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Klockner Pentaplast

Intern - Engineering

Rural Retreat, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Summer Internship 2026 - Get hands on experience with a global company! Klockner Pentaplast is a ... Polymer Processing - Lamination/ Coating * Supply Chain Management- Inventory Stock Specialist

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What is an internship polymer?

Internship polymer positions are temporary roles designed for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the polymer industry. These internships typically involve working in research and development, quality control, or manufacturing settings focused on polymers, plastics, or related materials. Interns may assist with laboratory experiments, material testing, product development, and data analysis, under the supervision of experienced professionals. The goal is to provide practical skills, industry knowledge, and professional networking opportunities to help interns prepare for careers in polymer science or engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intern in polymer engineering, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Polymer Engineering Intern, you generally need a strong background in chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering, typically demonstrated through relevant coursework or a related degree program. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, polymer characterization techniques, and software for data analysis (such as MATLAB or ChemDraw) is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help interns contribute to research and collaborate with team members. These abilities are crucial for supporting lab experiments, interpreting results, and ensuring safe, productive progress on polymer projects.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a polymer internship?

As a Polymer Intern, you will typically be involved in hands-on research and development projects related to the synthesis, characterization, and testing of polymer materials. Daily tasks may include preparing polymer samples, conducting laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with team members from engineering and quality assurance. You may also assist in scaling up laboratory findings for pilot production or contribute to technical reports and presentations. This role provides valuable exposure to both independent and collaborative work environments, helping you build practical skills and industry connections.
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Intern - Engineering

Klockner Pentaplast

Rural Retreat, VA • On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

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Summer Internship 2026 - Get hands on experience with a global company!

Klockner Pentaplast is a global leader in the production of rigid plastic film solutions for primary packaging of pharmaceuticals, food, electronics, medical devices and consumer, as well as printing and specialty applications.

We manufacture the industry's broadest range of products and continuously develop new technologies,  formulations,  and solutions. We produce films at 18 plants in 12 countries across four continents, and our reputation for quality, customer service, and technical support is unsurpassed in the industry.

For our locations in Rural Retreat, VA we are looking for passionate undergraduate students excited in joining the team for an internship. You have the chance to get practice in the following areas:

  • Maintenance
    • Mechanical & Electrical Application
  • R&D
    • Development work with Packaging Development and Testing
    • Development work with Designing prototypes
    • Developing new film formulations for enhancing performance in packaging applications
    • Analytical support for the R&D Lab
    • Polymer Processing - Extrusion
    • Polymer Processing - Lamination/ Coating
    • Supply Chain Management- Inventory Stock Specialist
  • Finance
    • Operations Controlling
    • Business Controlling/ Finance
  • Information Technology
  • Human Resources
  • Corporate Communications

You are majoring in a technical field of study, like: Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Information Technology?

Or you are majoring in a non-technical field, like: Finance/ Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, and Marketing/ Communications?

Apply now on www.kpfilms.com under our career section!

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