• Quality Control Intern (Gelest; Morrisville, PA)

    Mitsubishi Chemical Group (Morrisville, PA)


    Company:

    Gelest Inc.

    Job Description:

    Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is seeking a Quality Control Intern to join our Quality Control team for the summer.

     

    The Quality Control Intern will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and documenting test results for raw materials, in-process, and final samples.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Analyze specialty silanes, silicones, metal organics, acrylates, and other specialty chemicals in relation to their specifications.

    + Run basic analyses using Spectrometers, Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), Karl Fischer (KF), Viscometers, and wet chemistry.

    + Input analytical data into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure proper product release or disposition

    + Adhere to all procedures for daily operations of the Quality Control Laboratory.

    + Communicate with the Laboratory Supervisor to ensure information is shared in a timely manner.

    + Log samples for testing and retains.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Competencies:

    To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

    + Working knowledge of basic wet chemistry techniques, analytical instrumentation, and Microsoft Office.

    + Ability to safely handle and dispose of flammable and/or corrosive chemicals.

    + Ability to effectively follow plans and written procedures to adhere to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

    + Ability to identify problems in a timely manner and communicate them effectively to supervisor.

    + Ability to react professionally under pressure and to treat others with respect.

    + Ability to write reports and complete analytical notebooks.

    + The ability to follow directions and instructions.

    + The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.

    + Must be able to read instructions and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documents to determine hazards.

     

    This internship is to be filled for a 10 to 12-week duration, during Summer 2026. Dates are flexible between May-September.

    Qualifications:

    + Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

    + Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.

    + Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

    + Wear personal protective equipment as needed.