Research and Development Engineering Intern at Ecolab

Eagan, Minnesota, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Chemicals, Environmental Services, Water TreatmentIndustries

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027
Ability to commit to 11-week internship program starting on Monday, June 1, 2026
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Responsibilities

Perform research, design, and test for product improvement and development of new and launched products, chemical dispensing systems, and/or control systems
Test, evaluate, and analyze formulations and/or systems to determine or prove performance and reliability
Identify and evaluate technologies to advance the performance and reliability of existing and new products
Ensure compliance with design criteria and standards
Chemical Engineers: Design experiments to understand the dynamics of chemical processes and formulations
Mechanical Engineers: Participate in the design and development of new chemical dispensers and control systems
Electrical Engineers: Participate in the design and development of new embedded circuit board designs
Software Engineers: Participate in digital transformation of processes by creating custom applications or integrating new technologies; and ensure the reliability and security of software systems deployed in real-world industrial environments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Chemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringProduct DevelopmentProcess EngineeringResearchDesignTestingFormulation AnalysisChemical Dispensing Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this internship paid, and how long does it last?

Yes, this is an 11-week paid internship program starting on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Where are the internship positions located, and is remote work available?

Positions are located in Eagan, MN or Naperville, IL, with an opportunity for a hybrid work environment. Relocation assistance may be available.

What skills or tasks will interns perform in this role?

Interns will perform research, design, and testing for product improvement, evaluate formulations and systems, and focus on discipline-specific tasks like designing experiments for Chemical Engineers, developing dispensers for Mechanical Engineers, circuit boards for Electrical Engineers, or software applications for Software Engineers.

What is the company culture like for interns at Ecolab?

Ecolab offers an innovative and dynamic environment with engaging projects, personal and professional growth, extensive networking, diverse perspectives, and the chance to make a genuine business impact while tackling meaningful challenges.

What opportunities come after completing the internship?

Successful interns will finish with a realistic job preview of Ecolab life and be considered for a full-time job offer upon graduation.