• Chemist Intern

    ITW (San Luis Obispo, CA)


    Job Description:

    Are you looking to grow your career with a company that empowers you to learn, innovate, and make an impact?

     

    About Us

     

    At ITW, we’re committed to helping interns grow through meaningful experiences. You’ll be supported with the tools and guidance to build your skills, contribute to real work, and explore your potential. Our core values—Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared Risk—guide how we work together. We encourage ownership, value diverse perspectives, and take pride in doing things the right way.

     

    About Our Internship Program

     

    As an intern at ITW, you’ll gain hands-on experience with our global brands through a project-based program that combines learning with real-world impact. Along the way, you’ll take on daily tasks that help you see how your team drives success, work with fellow interns on a community impact project, and wrap up the program by sharing your experience with division leadership.

    Position Summary

    ITW Global Tire Repair is seeking a **Chemist Intern (Spring 2026)** to support product development initiatives. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside our R&D team. This internship offers a great opportunity to build practical lab skills in a collaborative and innovative environment.

    Responsibilities:

    + **Assist with Lab Work:** Interface with Chemists to help prepare chemical blends and run basic tests.

    + **Maintain Lab Equipment:** Keep lab tools clean, organized, and ready for use.

    + **Record Data:** Document test results and observations clearly and accurately.

    + **Support Documentation:** Help create and update product test records.

    + **Learn and Grow:** Participate in training, ask questions, and learn new lab techniques. Follow all safety rules, use proper PPE, and adhere to chemical handling procedures.

    + **Collaborate with Project Teams:** Work with R&D, Quality, and Production teams on assigned tasks.

    Qualifications

    + Junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field, or a graduate student pursuing a Master’s degree in a related discipline.

    + Ability to observe, record, and interpret experimental results accurately.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

     

    Additional Information

     

    This is a temporary position (Spring 2026) working approximately 15-20 hours per week in our San Luis Obispo, CA office.

    Compensation Information:

    Range is $25 to $30 per hour depending on expertise. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

     

    _ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._

     

    _As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._

     

    _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._