What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Intern (Auto) position at tesa?
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At tesa, we're not just colleagues; we're collaborators who thrive on pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. Our mission is to create sustainable adhesive solutions that improve the work, products, and lives of our customers - we're passionate about making a difference!
We are looking for a Product Development Intern to support our Automotive business unit (BU) and work alongside our Product Development team from May 17th - August 13th, 2027; with the possibility of extending part time until the end of 2026. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a multinational company with a focus on Research & Development.
How You'll Help The Formula
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Posted on: 10/8/26
At tesa, we're not just colleagues; we're collaborators who thrive on pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. Our mission is to create sustainable adhesive solutions that improve the work, products, and lives of our customers - we're passionate about making a difference!
We are looking for a Product Development Intern to support our Automotive business unit (BU) and work alongside our Product Development team from May 17th - August 13th, 2027; with the possibility of extending part time until the end of 2026. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a multinational company with a focus on Research & Development.
How You'll Help The Formula
- Qualify additional raw materials in partnership with Supply Chain to ensure the most cost-effective options.
- Create PSA tape prototypes through lab and/or pilot coating.
- Test prototypes using laboratory instruments, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
- Conduct technical troubleshooting and recommend solutions and next steps.
- Support scale-up activities during production trials as needed.
- Conduct feasibility studies for high-performance PSA tapes.
- Identify high-performance, cost-effective adhesive options for implementation.
- Perform basic physical and application testing for customers.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Development, Materials Science, Chemistry, Industrial Design, or a related field with at least 30 credit hours.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Must be able to stand at workstation and/or move throughout the facility most of the day.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to Gand Rapids to participate in different internship program initiatives (and possibly Novi once or twice); up to 20%.
- Requires normal lifting, use of both hands and correctable vision.
- Must be a US citizen.
- Previous internship, project, laboratory, or research experience.
- Experience with data analysis, product testing, or process improvement.
- Interest in industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or consumer product applications.
- Experience presenting project findings or recommendations.
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Posted on: 10/8/26