Chemistry Intern at MicroCare LLC – New Britain, Connecticut

MicroCare, LLC is looking for a Chemistry Intern to join our Laboratory this Summer, 2026. This is an eight – ten week assignment, with a Monday through Friday 8am-5pm onsite schedule.

We are headquartered in New Britain Connecticut, accessible from both Greater Hartford and New Haven.

MicroCare, LLC is an ISO 9001:2015 registered company specializing in cleaning coating and lubricating fluids used in the installation and manufacture of a broad range of products in the electronics, medical, fiber optic and metal fabricating industries. Since 1983 we have pioneered hundreds of environmentally progressive and sustainable products in response to emerging regulatory demands and our customers' evolving cleaning and coating needs.

We are a company with heart. At all our facilities across the globe, we work in a cheerful, inclusive, and collaborative environment where we respect, encourage, and support our customers, our suppliers and each other. We like to laugh; have fun and we make an important impact.

Position Overview:

Within the scope of this role, there will be several technical research projects to be worked on, contributed to and potentially completed within this period. Our Chemical Research Team will provide input, instruction and support. After initial training, this position will be tasked to design, set up, and conduct various chemical/performance tests to investigate identified key challenges. Potential projects can also involve aiding the analytical staff within MicroCare’s R&D team.

Responsibilities:

1. Discuss &/or design test protocol(s), conduct chemical and performance tests. Document tests (used methodology and obtained results), compile data/information (graphs, charts) and interpret results of performed tests and analyses. Present findings/results, e.g., via internal report(s), brief memo(s) or via presentation(s).
2. Identify, if requested, follow-up tasks that might be performed by candidate or by R&D team members
3. Conduct chemical, physical & performance laboratory tests to assist the Commercial team in resolving customer challenges and in identifying new applications/uses of existing products potentially opening new markets/customers to MicroCare.
4. Perform all assigned laboratory and manufacturing related tasks in a safe and environmentally compliant manner.
5. Work with different segments of MicroCare product lines as it pertains to Quality Control, R&D, Technical Support, Regulatory and/or Manufacturing.
6. Help preserve a clean work environment, which can include maintaining & cleaning of instruments and equipment.
7. Review & organize chemical substance inventory and assure that adequate documentation (e.g., SDS etc.) is up to date & available.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies/Experience:

• Basic proficiency with laboratory procedures such as sample preparation, titration, weighing, solution preparation, and instrumentation
• Understanding of lab safety protocols, PPE use, and safe chemical handling
• Ability to accurately record experimental data and interpret results
• Clearly communicates findings, observations, and questions to supervisors and team members
• Proactively seeks opportunities to assist with projects or improve processes.
• Demonstrates curiosity and the ability to quickly learn new methods, tools, and processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The job requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• Pursuing a BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering – 2026-2028 graduate
• One year of laboratory experience with an understanding of general laboratory etiquette
• Ability to work accurately, safely and (after on-site training) independently
• Excellent trouble shooting and communication skills required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Physical/Environmental Qualifications:

• Continuous sitting, standing and moving about the laboratory and manufacturing areas
• Continuous keyboard use/ repetitive hand motion
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.