Research Assistant Intern (Summer 2027)

Assist in protective coating formulation:

• Formulate coatings following written procedures

• Apply formulated coatings to specification requirements

• Learn and use ASTM and/or industry standards to evaluate coating properties

• Learn and perform proper substrate preparation

Understand data management and research reporting:

• Follow standard operating procedures for data acquisition and data entry

• Learn proper lab book recording

• Become familiar with database handling and report generating

Learn and use basic safety, skills and operating procedures in a laboratory setting:

• Maintain safe and clean workspaces consistent with environmental regulations and best practices

• Follow lab standard operating procedures

• Practice good chemical hygiene

• Follow proper cybersecurity protocols

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in meetings and reports when appropriate

Assist with field testing if needed

• Other duties as assigned

Elinor Coatings, LLC accelerates custom development of chromate-free anti-corrosion and specialty coatings and metal protection systems for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). We pioneer metal-rich solutions for aluminum, magnesium and titanium and the latest universal primers to protect against galvanic corrosion where steel and lightweight substrates meet. We address the toughest corrosion issues and provide longer-lasting readiness for vehicles, communication systems, superstructures, weapon systems and general deployment with agile surface solutions in convenient packaging designed for safer, cleaner, hassle-free application on land and at sea in all types of climates.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

8 hour shift, Monday to Friday