R&D Intern- Materials

Overview

Overview:

The purpose of the internship is to provide meaningful professional hands-on experience to students with leadership potential and proven academic performance.  Werfen hires students majoring in Engineering and Life Sciences fields into this internship program based on business need.  Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities. 

Responsibilities

Position Description

• To perform entry level work of a routine nature requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related tasks.
• The Intern will be involved in the day-to-day activities of the team included aiding other departments as they relate to department projects. We expect the intern to gain an in-depth knowledge of the product and its associated processes, particularly the process activities in-which they will be directly involved. The intern will have opportunities to assist in nearly all aspects of the workflow.
• This position in Material Characterization Group will support the group’s regular investigations of metallic, polymeric and ceramic materials.
• The intern will learn about various analysis methods and tools that drive critical research questions.

Key Attributes

• Requires confidence in using Microsoft Word and Excel tools.
• Requires Enthusiasm, motivation, initiative and ability to work within an interactive and energetic workplace.
• Perform experiments and analyze and interpret numerical data from experiments.
• Summarizes findings by computer readouts, statistical summaries, graphs and other methods.
• Understand key material properties and how that affects product performance
• Prepare reports and present technical data

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Currently pursuing B.S. in Engineering and Sciences with a minimum of 2 college semesters complete. Material Science and Chemistry majors preferred.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of chemistry and experience with wet lab techniques and basic GLP knowledge