Laboratory Intern - Fall 2026 Part-Time

Job Summary

Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH.  This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship. 

Essential Functions

• The individual will work with a senior scientist to carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.

• The individual must be able to perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.

• Respond to internal and external requests

• Train in other areas of Corporate Technology

• Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis

• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field

Additional Qualifications

• Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion

• Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands

• Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint

• Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations

• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment