This position is a great learning experience for students to gain experience in Global Supply Chain R&D during winter break. Students will be assigned to a specific lab and will be given a mentor. The student will be an active participant in the lab. This opportunity will allow students to gain experience in work groups, as well as working with other R&D professionals.
This position will be located at our John G. Morikis Global Technical Center in Brecksville, OH
* Provide support to technicians, chemists and scientists within assigned Research & Development Group.
* Perform a variety of laboratory tasks utilizing general instruments and advanced lab equipment.
* Collaborate with other research and development team members to complete required tasks, including process chemistry and engineering and material science research groups.
* Complete appropriate research documentation, calculations, and data analysis and effectively communicate these results with supervisor and team members.
* Prepare basic samples, materials, equipment, and other required tools for laboratory tests or development.
* Perform basic technical development, tests, analyses, and research based on formulas and project requirements.
* Complete appropriate forms and documentation regarding research and development processes, tasks, results, reports and conclusions; receives direction from other technicians or chemists on specialized or complex issues.
* Perform basic calculations to prepare, perform, and conclude tests and analyses.
* Clean, maintain and calibrate standard equipment and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements* Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics ("STEM") at the time of the internship program* Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age * Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future* Must be willing to work up to 40 hours per week for a total of 4 weeks during 2026 Winter Break, with or without reasonable accommodation
* Must have previous Sherwin-Williams lab experience* Must have a minimum of 2.8 GPA
Preferred Qualifications * Have previous experience in a Sherwin-Williams research and development (R&D) Internship or Co-op Program * Be a rising or current sophomore, Junior or Senior in college or university at the start of the internship program
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