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Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Electronics & Aerospace Co-op

Process EngineeringPosted on Nov 10
Internship · Summer 2027Waterford, NY, USA$22 - $26In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • The candidate must be enrolled in a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or PhD degree program in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • The candidate must remain actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program through at least one semester following the internship.
  • The candidate must have laboratory skills for accurate weighing and pipetting, and general knowledge of safe laboratory practices for working with chemicals in a fume hood.
  • The candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • The candidate must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
  • The candidate must be available to work 40 hours per week from May 24 through November 19.
  • The candidate must be of legal working age as defined by local law.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and evaluate silicone formulations for new product development, raw material qualifications, and product improvement initiatives supporting aerospace and electronics applications across laboratory, pilot-scale, and production environments.
  • Learn and apply safe laboratory practices, formulation techniques, and equipment operation used in silicone product development.
  • Partner with a project mentor to design and execute formulation experiments, using statistical tools such as Minitab or Design-Expert to support experimental design and data analysis.
  • Procure materials, prepare formulations, conduct testing on uncured and cured silicone materials, and document experimental results.
  • Analyze data, draw technical conclusions, and communicate findings through presentations and reports to the Aerospace Technology team.
  • Maintain and improve the chemical inventory management system by auditing existing inventory records, verifying accuracy, and updating databases to ensure reliable material tracking and compliance.
  • Present project objectives, findings, and key learnings to the Aerospace Technology team at the conclusion of the internship.

About the Company

Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Momentive Performance Materials produces high-performance silicones and related specialty solutions for electronics, automotive, healthcare, energy, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Its products are sold through direct online orders and distributors, and the company also provides a Safety Data Sheet locating service for its catalog. Momentive collaborates with partners on advanced materials like Dielectric Elastomer Actuators, devices that change size or shape when an electric field is applied. The company stands out through its broad product range, global reach, and mix of direct and distributor sales, and it aims to grow by expanding its product lines, pursuing strategic partnerships, and scaling its business, including navigating its expected acquisition by KCC Corporation.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$800K
Headquarters
Niskayuna, NY
Founded
2005

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