Chemist Intern at Martin Marietta in Manistee, MI

Summary: Martin Marietta is a leading supplier of heavy building materials, and they are seeking a Chemist Intern for their Magnesia Specialties division. This internship offers college students hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, supporting R&D projects and gaining practical knowledge in the industry. Responsibilities: - Must be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. Will take an active role in the company’s safety initiatives - Must be a self-motivated, strong work ethic individual that is willing to work with minimal supervision - Support R&D Projects: Contribute to the completion of one or two key projects within Research and Development (R&D) - Applied Research: Work with project teams to solve chemical and material-related problems through both fundamental and applied research - Hands-On Experience: Gain practical, hands-on experience in a laboratory setting - Network: Develop your network within the company and gain insights into our culture and career opportunities - Problem Solving: Contribute to innovative solutions that drive progress - Projects: Projects range from product to process development and application innovation - Assist with completion of basic laboratory tasks, organizing files, inventory, working on spreadsheets and data entry Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemistry - High-level verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills - Ability to use Microsoft Office applications - Capable of working in a laboratory and office environment where sitting, standing, kneeling, or bending for long periods of time may be required - Ability to wear PPE while in the laboratory and meet plant requirements - Must be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated - Must be a self-motivated, strong work ethic individual that is willing to work with minimal supervision Required Skills: Bachelor's degree in chemistry Important Skills: Microsoft Office applications Nice-to-Have Skills: Verbal communication skills, Written communication skills, Interpersonal skills Benefits: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Plan, Paid Holidays and Vacation, 401(k) with Company matching, Pension, Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Options, Employee Life Insurance, Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Direct Deposit Payroll, Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan, College Scholarship Program – for dependent children, Matching Gift Program, New Auto Purchase Discount Plans