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R&D Technical Services Intern
Danvers - 01923
Source: Illinois Tool Works careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $23 — $25 USD per hour
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
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Job Description:
ITW Performance Polymers – Technical Internship (Research & Development/Technical Services Departments)
Location: Danvers, MA
ITW Performance Polymers is a global leader in high-performance adhesives and coatings, serving diverse industries with innovative solutions. Our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration, empowering employees to make an impact every day.
Join our R&D and Technical Services teams for a hands-on internship experience where you’ll contribute to product development and application testing. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and scientists to support formulation projects, evaluate product performance, and deliver insights that drive innovation and customer success. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute to impactful projects within a division of a market-leading Fortune 300 organization.
What You'll Do
- Provide technical support for our Devcon and Plexus brands of products.
- Assist chemists in formulating lab-scale sample batches.
- Contribute to the design and development of new adhesives and coating products.
- Prepare and test specimens to characterize product properties and performance.
- Conduct market and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for differentiation.
- Work directly with engineers to support customer projects through testing, data collection, customer interaction, and possible on-site visits.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to internal teams and end-users.
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience in experimental design, product development, and performance testing.
Exposure to real-world challenges and innovative solutions in adhesives and coatings.
Opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and build professional networks.
Development of technical, analytical, and communication skills that enhance your career prospects.
Insight into sustainability-driven innovation and global manufacturing practices.
Innovative projects that make a real impact.
Gain practical experience in how industrial products are made, marketed, and sold.
Preferred Qualifications, Skills & Competencies
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Completed at least sophomore year with a minimum major GPA of 3.0.
- Prior laboratory experience is a plus.
- Strong laboratory techniques and commitment to safe practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly, work independently, and collaborate in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with statistical software is a plus.
Compensation
Compensation Information:
The target compensation for this role is $23.00 to $25.00/hour. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Employer application notice
Equal opportunity and accommodations
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
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