Technical Aide - Maplewood, MN (Evergreen)

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Technical Aide in Maplewood, MN, as part of their Technical Aide Program designed for students and recent graduates. The role involves collaborating with senior researchers on product development, documenting experimental results, and participating in hands-on experimentation.

The ideal candidate will have completed at least one semester of college coursework and be pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree. Successful candidates will work on-site and gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.
• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Completed at least one laboratory course or internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior researchers on product/technology development projects.
• Document detailed experimental records in electronic notebooks.
• Analyze experimental results and explain observations to the project team.
• Collaborate with R&D functions as needed for projects.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Hands-on experimentation aptitude

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Completed at least one semester of a post-high school degree program

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field

Job description

Technical Aide – Maplewood, MN

Collaborate with innovative 3Mers around the world. This position is part of the Technical Aide Program, designed for individuals seeking to transition from private, public, government, or military experience to a 3M career. A Technical Aide works on‑site, temporarily, and is limited to 899 hours per service credit year. The program allows part‑time work throughout the calendar year and is ideal for students or recent graduates looking for relevant experience that complements their education.

Impact you’ll make in this role

• Collaborate with senior researchers on an assigned product/technology development project
• Document detailed experimental records in 3M electronic laboratory notebooks
• Analyze experimental results and offer explanations for observations to the project team
• Collaborate with other R&D functions as needed for projects, including researchers from other groups, analytical chemists, process engineers, and others

Your Skills and Expertise

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed at least one semester of a post‑high school degree program from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Completed at least one laboratory course or internship
• Good organizational skills
• Demonstrated aptitude for hands‑on experimentation
• Experience with the Microsoft suite of computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and database tools, development and manipulation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Location and Working Model

Work location: On‑site at the 3M Center, Maplewood, MN.

Relocation is not authorized.

Legal and Compliance Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subject to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub‑contracts, which impose restrictions on the sharing of export‑controlled technology with non‑U.S. persons. 3M must help assess candidates' U.S. person status; a failure to provide the necessary information will result in inability to consider the applicant further.

Employees are expected to comply with corporate policies, procedures, security standards, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) culture, following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

3M is a committed equal opportunity employer. 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.