What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D) position at Momentive?
Job Title
Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D)
Summary
The intern will be conducting a research project related to the development of new sustainable adjuvants for agricultural applications. This includes helping in the synthesis, formulation and application testing of new agricultural materials.
These new products have an enhanced sustainability profile while preserving or expanding the performance achieved with current solutions.
Responsibilities Include
The following are required for the role
Job Specific Minimum Qualifications
Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00
The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.
About Us
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. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance
across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Summer 2027 Intern – Agriculture (Technology/R&D)
Summary
The intern will be conducting a research project related to the development of new sustainable adjuvants for agricultural applications. This includes helping in the synthesis, formulation and application testing of new agricultural materials.
These new products have an enhanced sustainability profile while preserving or expanding the performance achieved with current solutions.
Responsibilities Include
- 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.
The following are required for the role
Job Specific Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00
The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.
About Us
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. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance
across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Salary : $22 - $26