Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D)

What you'd do

• Research project geared towards advancing Momentive’s knowledge and understanding of agricultural spray adjuvants.
• Must be able to perform the following functions after training.
• Independently perform lab-based experimentation - Operate all instruments required for the scope of the project.
• Document work through an electronic lab notebook.
• Maintain lab according to good housekeeping principles. - Collect and consolidate findings in report format.
• Summarize and exhibit work in a PPT format at the end of the summer.

What they want

• Ability to analyze scientific problems and propose hypothesis-driven solutions. - Ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and integrate concepts from chemistry, physical chemistry, biology, agricultural sciences, or related fields to understand, articulate, and contribute to solving complex scientific problems.
• Experience executing experimental studies and interpreting data to establish structure-property-performance relationships.
• Ability to effectively document experimental work and communicate technical findings through written reports and presentations.
• Familiarity with surfactants, colloid and interface science, or related fields is a plus.
• The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
• The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August.
• Must be pursuing a MS or PhD in the field of chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or related field.

About Momentive

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future.