Part-Time QC Lab Intern (Winter - Summer 2027)

The role

The intern will perform quality control projects and support Quality Control Chemists. This includes performing laboratory activities, instrument maintenance, and quality control analysis of materials.

What you will do

• Perform daily laboratory activities to support Quality Control Chemists.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solutions preparations and standardization.
• Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing materials under the supervision of a Quality Control Chemist.
• Perform administrative duties which includes the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis.
• Maintain records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely.
• Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times.
• Clean glassware.
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• Report food safety problems to their supervisor or the SQF Practitioner.
• Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.

Required qualifications

• Must be RCRA compliant.

Nice to have

• Studying to obtain a degree in Chemistry (Junior or Senior)
• Completion of following core Chemistry courses: Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and associated labs
• Good laboratory analytical skills
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
• Able to apply advanced math skills and use involved problem solving
• Self-motivated
• Communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Professional development
• In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers
• Hands-on project experience with real business impact
• Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation
• Summer Kick-Off Event: A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite
• Learning Opportunities: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership

About the company

Hydrite is a family driven company where people matter and is financially strong.