Materials Chemistry/Chemical Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

Folia MaterialsWaltham, MA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Role: Paid Materials Chemistry/Chemical Engineering InternLocation: Waltham, MAFull Time: 40 hours per week, starting May or June 2026On-Site: No virtual work is available. Local candidates only.

About Folia:Folia Materials is an award-winning cleantech using advanced paper coating technology as our platform super material. Folia’s POU Water Filters are on-sale at 2,500 grocers in Bangladesh. Folia’s paper microwave susceptors provide superior microwave foods and sustainability.We are looking for individuals who take the initiative - in their work and community - to be a part of our success story.

Are you a current student seeking an internship - versed in renewable materials/ paper/chemical engineering? Looking to build cutting-edge technical skills and lab work experience? We encourage you to read more and apply for this exciting opportunity. Overview: This role performs materials chemistry testing, analysis, qualification, documentation and deployment efforts for Folia Material’s breakthrough technology.

Responsibilities:

Laboratory R&D to investigate and characterize the efficacy and properties of novel coating materials
Perform product testing, including but not limited to the use of analytical instruments, visual inspections, and sample preparation for third-party chemical analysis
Ensure that testing, characterization, and inspection data reports are completed and organized in support of the Quality Management System.

What we look for:

Ability to perform analytical laboratory testing with consistent rigor and attention to detail
Proficiency in understanding technical specifications and procedures.
Ability to synthesize data and findings into succinct reports and presentations
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also contributing observations
Demonstrated ability to prioritize requests and effectively manage multiple daily tasks
Adaptability- ability to rapidly master new technical skills and identify roadblocks

Qualifications:

Pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline (chemical engineering, environmental engineering, renewable materials chemistry, paper science and engineering, fiber/textile science) is required.
Recent graduates in the aforementioned disciplines
Experience in cellulosic materials, pulp, paper, or textiles is helpful
Experience working in a laboratory, maintaining and operating equipment, and maintaining records and reports of product development activities is preferred.

We Offer You:

Professional Development - opportunity to cross-collaborate on multiple projects/ research
A thorough introduction to the startup world - you will experience, first-hand, how startups function
A close-knit team driven to sustainability and innovation
Monetary compensation for your contribution to our work

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