Analytical Chemist Intern - Summer 2026

What you’ll do

• Be part of Henkel’s Adhesive Innovation team, gaining exposure to a wide range of technologies and business areas
• Support the development of cutting-edge analytical solutions to enable product innovation and safety
• Contribute to the expansion of Henkel’s analytical database to support digital transformation initiatives
• Assist in the automation of analytical workflows to improve efficiency and data reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate analytical insights into product development
• Apply your chemistry and computer skills to drive data-driven decision-making in sustainable adhesive technologies

What makes you a good fit

• A graduate student or PhD pursuing a degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Advanced knowledge in small molecules and synthetic polymer chemical structures characterization by analytical techniques such as GC-MS, LC-MS, NMR, etc.
• High proficiency with practical lab experience handling chemicals and expertise in analytical data processing software
• Skills in computer programs and languages are highly desired
• A quick learner and team player who pays attention to details and maintains accurate records and documentation

Some benefits of joining Henkel as an intern

• Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide
• Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses
  
• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts and sustainability ambassadors
  
• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship that allow you to accomplish concrete goals
  
• In-person and virtual social events to connect with other Henkel interns across the country
  

Following your internship, you may be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full-time employee.

Additional information

• This internship is eligible for a housing stipend or relocation support.
• Henkel’s Summer 2026 internship program starts on May 27th, 2026, and runs through mid-August.
• Recruitment for our 2026 internships starts in late August 2025 and runs through early March 2026 or until all our positions are filled.
  
• If selected to move forward in our recruitment process, you will receive an email from our talent acquisition team.
  
• If a position you applied to is filled by another candidate, you will receive an email from our team alerting you that the position is closed.

The salary for this role is $29-$37/hour. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

JOB ID: req75505

Job Locations: United States, NJ, Bridgewater, NJ

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