Application Development / Material Science Internship

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WHAT WE OFFER

The primary responsibility of this internship is to work with the Application Development and Product Technology groups supporting the Engineering Plastics business within Covestro located in Pittsburgh, PA. The incumbent will support the team’s focus on improving material performance by testing carefully planned formulations and/or chemistries in the laboratory. Support the design of plastic parts and mold designs activities using state-of-the art CAD and CAE technologies. Additionally, perform hands-on advanced mechanical/thermal testing and processing of plastic parts in our labs

Major Responsibilities

Devise test plans to understand how material formulation influences key physical properties, in line with typical customer expectations in a given application. Coordinate experimental work that includes material preparation, injection molding and materials testing Conduct mechanical and thermal part and sample testing using advanced lab equipment Analyze data and prepare a summary that succinctly conveys key conclusions to project stakeholders Conduct/support advanced injection molding and processing studies Develop design concepts using CAD software Support the marketing efforts by preparing required information, reports and presentations

WHAT YOU OFFER

Basic Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program with an emphasis in Mechanical, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering At the time of hire, the selected candidate must have completed the Freshmen year of college College GPA of 3.0 or greater

Knowledge and Skills

Project coordination with the ability to be proactive and identify creative, effective technical solutions. Familiarity with structural analysis and t