Chemical Engineering Intern

About the Role

Emerson is seeking a Chemical Engineering Intern to contribute to new product development, sensor design improvement, or technology investigation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Own a defined design project or project segment.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments and evaluations to characterize sensor or system performance.
• Develop test plans and propose design approaches for investigating technical questions or validating design concepts.
• Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Document results through technical reports, design summaries, and presentations.
• Research and source materials, components, or equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, chemists, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Support test solution preparation, laboratory equipment maintenance, and test setup development.
• Maintain laboratory safety by safely handling chemicals and following established testing procedures.
• Support additional technical initiatives as business needs arise.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or chemistry.
• Zero (0) years of related professional experience.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) in-person at a Twin Cities location (Shakopee, Chanhassen, or Eden Prairie, MN).
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in analytical chemistry, electrochemistry, or sensor design.
• Familiarity with measurement technologies such as pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, or optical sensing.
• Laboratory experience, including safe chemical handling practices.
• Prior internship or undergraduate research experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.