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Chemical Engineer Intern

Company Overview:

Hankook Tire & Technology is a global leader in high-performance tire manufacturing, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. As the world’s seventh-largest tire producer, Hankook operates advanced manufacturing facilities and offices in North America, including its U.S. America Technical Center in Uniontown, Ohio. The company delivers innovative tire solutions for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorsports, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide.

About the Role:

The Materials Technology Intern/Co-op will support the development, testing, and evaluation of advanced material systems within a fast-paced R&D environment. This role provides hands-on exposure to real-world engineering applications, cross-functional collaboration, and laboratory-based experimentation.

The selected candidate will work closely with experienced engineers and researchers to assist with material formulation, testing, data analysis, and technical documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chemical Engineering student interested in materials science, polymers, product development, or applied research.
 

Key Responsibilities:

· Work in a cross-functional environment supporting R&D, manufacturing, and quality

· Conduct and develop new physical/chemical test methods to analyze raw materials, rubber compounds, and finished tire components

· Perform compound formulation trials and evaluate performance properties

· Material test method development

· Analyze test data and prepare technical reports on material performance

· Present findings to technical teams and management

· Follow all laboratory safety protocols

*Please note this is a sample of what you’ll be doing. This job requires you to be able to adapt to change quickly in order to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Your duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications & Requirements:

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

· Interest in materials science, polymers, or product development

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment

· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

· Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Akron, OH area for the duration of the internship/co-op

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.