Technical Chemist Intern null

Your role

As a Technical Chemist Intern, you must follow your supervisor to execute daily technical activities and project improvement following PPG safety procedures and are obliged to the company confidentiality policy.

Key responsibilities  

• Project Improvement on product test specification about technical data 
• Improve quality control cycle time and complaints reduction by standardization of product test specification 
• Seek continuous improvement opportunities with current processes to become more efficient and effective. 
• We are upgrading product technical data information concerning current market practices. 
• Assist his/her supervisor in data collection and analysis for improvement. 
• Conduct lab pilot-run experiments or applications to study the product quality. 
• Work with supervisor to establish process and document standardization. 

About you

To apply for this role, you need to meet the requirements below:

• Currently pursuing at tertiary education level in chemistry science or chemical engineering. 
• Analytical thinking 
• Basic spoken and written English skill is required. 
• Computer knowledge is required. 
• Internship duration: 4-6 months

Compensation & benefits

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows them to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
PPG's employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of their employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will follow the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

Training & development

At PPG, interns are given challenging work projects designed to provide exposure to different opportunities and stretch academic knowledge. These opportunities typically run for 10-12 weeks, with specific durations varying by program location. When considering previous intern reviews, you’ll find that there’s guidance provided for every task. This ensures that you won’t feel lost when tackling new assignments, even if they seem unfamiliar. 

Career progression

While there’s no guarantee, many interns have transitioned into full-time roles at PPG. Usually, top performers during the internship will be promoted by their mentors/supervisors for future recruitment. Additionally, having internship experience will surely add more value to your CV which can smooth your career journey, especially if you want to pursue a career in a similar industry.

Sources

Information on this page was gathered based on the sources below:

• careers.ppg.com/us/en/students-graduates
• careers.ppg.com/us/en/job/JR2419615/Technical-Chemist-Intern
• glassdoor.com/Reviews/PPG-Petaling-Jaya-Reviews-EI_IE508.0,3_IL.4,17_IC3002296.htm