Research and Development Intern (Summer 2026) at The Andersons

Upper Sandusky, Ohio, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Agriculture, Biotechnology, ChemicalsIndustries

Requirements

Two years progress or more in working towards a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences (chemistry, microbiology, botany) or a related degree
A working knowledge of statistics, laboratory procedures and technology
Functional proficiency of the MS Office suite of software
Minimal job-related experience
Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
Works with either close supervision, or under clearly defined procedures

Responsibilities

Assist R&D Staff in the development and commercialization of new chemical and biological products, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting information from product and process evaluations at lab, pilot, and production scale
Perform commercialization work which entails elucidation and specification of operational sequences, raw material and product specification, and development of alternative avenues for production
Perform physical and chemical tests, data analysis, and communicate test results and experimental observations
Perform general daily functions in the Laboratory area
Execute literature reviews and provide critical summaries of findings
Perform product evaluations via in-house testing or in conjunction with field researchers
Evaluate feedstocks and products, including chemical and physical properties
Develop and maintain required record systems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Literature ReviewExperimental DesignFormulation OptimizationLaboratory TestingPilot Plant TestingData AnalysisStatisticsMS OfficeChemical TestingPhysical TestingProduct Evaluation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Research and Development Intern position?

Candidates need two years progress or more towards a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences such as chemistry, microbiology, botany, or a related degree, along with a working knowledge of statistics, laboratory procedures and technology, and functional proficiency in the MS Office suite.

What is the salary or compensation for this internship?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position, or is it office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the work environment involve for this role?

The role involves frequent contact with potentially hazardous ingredients, dirt, dust, noise, and adverse weather conditions in a laboratory and pilot plant setting.

What makes a strong candidate for this R&D Intern role?

Strong candidates will have at least two years towards a bachelor’s in natural sciences, basic skills for routine lab tasks under close supervision, and knowledge of statistics and lab procedures.