Contributions to Hardcoat Thermal Cure Next Generation Platforms which includes the following focus areas:
• Effect of chemistry and process parameters on chemical resistance, adhesion and cracking.
• Effects of additives to improve adhesion to wider range of substrate types.
• Effects of pigments and matte agents on appearance and performance.
• Development of in-house test methods of importance to Consumer/Industrial space.
• Improvements to performance of metal protection hardcoats
• Improvements to anti-fingerprint performance of hardcoats.
Qualifications:The following are required for the role
Applicant must be comfortable working in a wet chemistry lab and also with performing physical property testing and characterization:
Experience with coating processes and test methods is desired.
Experience with polymer chemistry and mechanical property testing on polymeric systems is desired.
Experience with statistical data analysis is desired.
Experience with Microscoft tools (Excel, Powerpoint) and data storage platforms (Sharepoint).
Program Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August.
Education Requirement:
The ideal candidate would be a MS or PhD candidate in a polymer or materials science program
The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description on the physical job requirements.
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance
across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Skills Required
- Comfort working in a wet chemistry laboratory
- Experience performing physical property testing and characterization
- Active enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester after the internship
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for 10–12 weeks between May and August
- Legal working age as defined by local law
- Experience with coating processes and test methods
- Experience with polymer chemistry and mechanical property testing on polymeric systems
- Experience with statistical data analysis
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with SharePoint or data storage platforms
- Enrollment in an MS or PhD polymer or materials science program
Momentive Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Momentive and has not been reviewed or approved by Momentive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is portrayed as generous, with multiple weeks of PTO to start and additional paid holidays. Accruals increase with service, reaching higher totals at long tenure.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings feature a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match paired with an additional employer retirement contribution that scales with service. This combination is positioned as a core element of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity leave at full pay for a defined period and paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement are highlighted. Fertility coverage and access to care resources further bolster family support.
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What We Do
As a premier global high-performance silicones and specialties company, Momentive creates solutions that improve quality of life for people and enable a more sustainable future. Our products are the result of a tireless pursuit of progress where the sun never sets on our global marketing and R&D efforts, resulting in innovations that help propel our customers’ businesses forward and positively impact all aspects of life – today, tomorrow, and into the future.
