Materials Science & Engineering Intern

Overview

This position is a 12-week paid internship located in Bloomington, Indiana supporting the initiatives of the Materials Science team. It is offered for a period extending from mid-May through mid-August (exact dates depend on school calendars.) This position includes 401(k) options, an assigned mentor, capstone presentation, and intern events. If working onsite, you will also have access to a fitness center, an onsite cafeteria option, and a one-time housing stipend. All internship positions are assigned a direct mentor and each position provides real-world experience experience with meaningful projects in the Medical Device Manufacturing Industry.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures pertinent to tasks being performed
• Provide support to other Materials Science team members upon request and where reasonable
• Learn quickly about project background and project objectives
• Coordinate resources to meet project needs and deadlines
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation
  
  

Qualifications

• All candidates should have an interest in a career in the Life Sciences field, a willingness to take initiative, and an ability to work well with others
• Candidates should be working toward a bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Candidates should be students entering their Junior or Senior year the following fall semester or entering graduate school; candidates who graduate the spring semester before this internship are also eligible
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred
• All candidates must provide proof of enrollment (including pre-registration certification for the following fall) for consideration
• Multiple disciplines will be considered (e.g., Marketing, Life Sciences, General Business, and Management)
• Conscientious person with good work ethic
• Understand and accept requests with an "I can help you" attitude
• Teachable, positive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn
• Personal discipline
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Willingness to help
• Ability to work with multiple persons and with multiple priorities that occur when each person has different needs
• Extreme attention to detail
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Hybrid position that works under general office environmental conditions
• Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, equipment, etc.
• Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat, and gloves may be required in some areas associate with this position