Chemistry Intern

Koppers Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Harmarville, Pennsylvania

In Person

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Responsibilities

The intern will perform standardized tests to determine physical and chemical properties of materials and design experiments for product development. They will also analyze performance data using statistical methods and participate in analytical round robins with standardization organizations.

Qualifications

You are a sophomore or higher pursuing a Chemistry degree with experience in designing and implementing chemical experiments and test methods. You demonstrate strong analytical skills in material characterization and failure analysis, coupled with proficiency in MS Office suite.

Must Have Skills for ATS

ASTM

AWPA

Koppers methods

MS Office

Excel

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

·Performs and reports results of standardized ASTM/AWPA/ Koppers methods of tests determining the physical properties of samples.

·Designing and implementing efficient experiments and test methods for chemical and material properties testing, characterization, and failure analysis that facilitate product and process development.

  • Testing finished prototype and commercial materials for quality and performance.
  • Chemical and material analysis and performance testing data using statistical methods.
  • Participate in the new product development efforts of the company by providing analytical/unit operations as needed.
  • Participate with industrial/academic chemical analysts in analytical round robins performed by standardization organizations (ASTM, AWPA, RTA, etc.) in the development of new and improved analytical techniques.
  • Maintain awareness of environmental/safety policies and procedures to perform duties in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

Qualifications

  • Sophomore level standing or higher in engineering course work leading to a Chemistry degree from an accredited 4-college or university.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to prioritize work and work on multiple concurrent projects.
  • Ability to perform assigned tasks and complete on schedule with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated initiative to exceed customer expectations.
  • Proficient in MS Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to effectively present to a group.
  • Proven adaptability and flexibility to work as a part of team.

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state or local law.

Koppers Inc.

Koppers (NYSE: KOP) is an integrated global provider of essential treated wood products, wood preservation technologies and carbon compounds. Our team members create, protect and preserve key elements of our global infrastructure – including railroad crossties, utility poles, outdoor wooden structures, and production feedstocks for steel, aluminum and construction materials, among others – applying decades of industry-leading expertise while constantly innovating to anticipate the needs of tomorrow. Together we are providing safe and sustainable solutions to enable rail transportation, keep power flowing, and create spaces of enjoyment for people everywhere. Protecting What Matters, Preserving The Future.
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