What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAS 2026 Content Operations Summer Intern position at Chemical Abstracts Service?
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for over 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
CAS is currently seeking A Chemist Intern for Summer 2026 in the Content Operations Division. This position would be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Position Summary:
Our Summer Intern Program seeks to create a high level of engagement and learning for participants through deep immersion into our working environment with our professional teams. Participants will benefit from exposure to world class scientists all while growing their professional networks. These connections provide great insights into career possibilities. Internship will run May 18th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026.
Job Accountabilities:
- Complete an initial training assignment to become familiar with data structures of commercial chemical information at CAS.
- Collaborate to develop and deliver process improvements for processing submitted commercial chemical data.
- Connect across the organization through the Summer Intern Program to build influential working relationships, preparing your career for tomorrow.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in a scientific field or related discipline (like Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science)
- Completion of at least one collegiate level chemistry course is required including familiarity and recognition of chemical nomenclature.
- Proficiency in Python or Perl is required.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication skills, teaming skills, leadership skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment as well as independently
Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Disabled/Veteran
Education
Some college of Chemistry (preferred)
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