(#R24_0000001779) R&D Intern - Roofing

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

What you can expect from H.B. Fuller's Internship Program: 

You’ll be joining a cohort of talented students from a variety of schools across the U.S. We hire interns into the following positions: Process Engineering, R&D, Strategic Sourcing, Technical Sales, Supply Chain, Product Marketing, Information Technology, and more. 

The projects we task our interns to lead are impactful and meaningful to our organization. You’ll be supported by your Manager and Mentor to gain in-depth knowledge of the adhesive industry and collaborate with various departments and functions. We also offer an established path for next-level opportunities - making this internship the starting point for a long-term career path. 

Internship Location: Michigan Center, MI

Our Internship Experience includes: 

• 12-week paid program beginning the end of May to mid-August to gain insight and knowledge in your field. 
• Interactive orientation and events with skilled professionals in your field, including managers, directors, and CEO. 
• Multiple networking, volunteer and fun events – both virtual and in-person. 
• Impactful projects that make a difference internally and externally for H.B. Fuller. 
• End of summer final presentation to showcase your career development with support from managers and peers. 

Position Overview:  

The R&D intern provides lab support to scientists/researchers, assisting on NPI products development, and running various tests. The successful candidate will study and complete one technical subject assigned by the R&D team. This position may support sales and QC team for customer complaint investigation on some occasions. 

Primary Duties: 

• Conduct routine laboratory tests and experiments under supervision. 
• Assist lab technicians and scientists in setting up experiments and gathering data. 
• Study on one technical subject and present the work to the technical community. 
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure it is properly calibrated. 
• Record experimental data accurately and maintain detailed records. 
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean working environment.  

Required Qualifications  

• B.S. degree with a major in chemistry, polymer, chemical engineering, or materials science/engineering with 1 – 2 years lab experience from universities or chemical industries.  
• Demonstrated hands-on skills and willingness to perform lab tasks. 
• Ability to apply relevant scientific principles, theories, procedures, or techniques with strong analytical thinking. 
• Independent, motivated, organized, and resourceful with excellent communication skills to work effectively within a team. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and software for analysis. 

Preferred Qualifications   

• 1 – 2 years industrial co-op/internship hands-on experience is preferred. 
• Knowledge of CASE (coating, adhesive, sealant and elastomer) chemistry, formulation, testing and application. 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $22-$25 per hour based on major.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.