Commercial Intern at Axalta in Detroit, MI

Summary: Axalta is a global leader in coatings technology, renowned for its commitment to sustainability. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Service & Program Engineering Intern to support cross-functional initiatives within their coatings business, gaining hands-on experience in technical problem-solving, customer support, and program execution. Responsibilities: - Assist Technical Service Engineers in troubleshooting product performance and application-related issues at customer sites or within internal labs - Support validation testing, data collection, and analysis for new or existing coating systems - Prepare technical reports, documentation, and customer-facing summaries - Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives - Assist in coordinating engineering program timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional communications - Support program tracking tools, dashboards, and milestone reporting - Contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction - Maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry or related technical field - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) - Ability to interpret technical data and generate clear documentation - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to coatings, polymers, or surface science - Experience with laboratory testing or manufacturing environments - Familiarity with statistical analysis or data visualization tools - Project management or program coordination experience Required Skills: Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry Important Skills: Analytical skills, Microsoft Office, Problem-solving skills, Technical documentation Nice-to-Have Skills: Coatings exposure, Laboratory testing experience, Statistical analysis, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Teamwork, Project management