Summer Research Support Intern

AGC Chemicals Americas is part of AGC Group, a multinational corporation and one of the world's largest manufacturers of glass, electronic displays, and chemical products. Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, including a state-of-the-art technology center, AGC Chemicals Americas maintains manufacturing operations in nearby Thorndale, Pennsylvania, a satellite sales office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and warehouses located throughout North America.

AGCCA provides you with the opportunity to collaborate with great people. As part of a global company, you will gain important international perspective and will be part of a network of thousands of colleagues worldwide while enjoying the small-company environment where you can see the impact of the company's success.

The Summer Research Support Intern will work closely with the technical team and cross functionally within the AGCCA organization to gain practical knowledge and contribute to real-world projects. This position works on site in our Exton, PA office. Housing and relocation are not offered.

Essential Functions:

• Support Functionalized Materials and Performance Coatings teams
• Perform customer sample analysis
• Assist with routine laboratory maintenance and stewardship, including organization and upkeep of laboratory space
• Execute laboratory-based analytical testing under established procedures to support customer technical service deliverables
• Enter data into electronic laboratory management system
• Utilize various analytical instruments including (but not limited to)

• Scanning electron microscopy - electron dispersive X-ray (SEM-EDX)
• Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
• Optical Microscope Imaging

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate Material, Chemical, or Chemical Engineering degree at an accredited college/university, Junior and Senior level required. Senior level preferred
• Basic understanding of chemistry and laboratory equipment
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Proficient in Excel / Word / PowerPoint / MS Office
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Self-motivated, a team player who is enthusiastic

• Precise hand movements to operate instruments, handle chemicals, and manipulate small samples
• Ability to manipulate small tools and equipment with precision
• Standing for extended periods while performing experiments and monitoring equipment
• May need to lift and carry containers or supplies up to 40 lbs
• Sharp vision, including the ability to distinguish colors, is essential for precisely reading measurements and recognizing substances
• Ability to hear alarms and other audible cues from equipment.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access office machinery, accomplish tasks, or travel from one worksite to another.