Chemical Engineer, Intern; Summer

Polymers Chemical Engineering Intern

As a Polymers Chemical Engineering Intern, you will work closely with our engineering and maintenance teams to support projects and initiatives within MAPEI's Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain functions. You will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment while applying engineering principles to real-world projects. This experience may lead to future full-time engineering opportunities within corporate engineering or field operations.

Perform engineering assignments using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Collect, analyze, and interpret relevant data and performance metrics.

Document and maintain technical products and project data.

Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other project deliverables.

Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and other cross-functional teams.

Full-time schedule (40 hours per week)

Internship duration:
May–August 2027 (12 weeks)

Practical, hands-on learning at MAPEI's West Chicago manufacturing facility

Host location:
West Chicago, IL

Hourly Pay rate up to $23.00 commensurate on role and location

Housing stipends consideration, available in certain situations

Mentorship and opportunities to collaborate with experienced engineering professionals

Hands-on field and business experience

Permanent full-time job opportunities after graduation

Actively pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field (juniors and seniors preferred)

Strong communication skills

Initiative, curiosity, and an innovative mindset

Strong motivation to learn and succeed

Willingness to travel

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesMAPEIP3