Chemist Trainee

Unlock Your Potential with PPG!

Are you interested in working in a dynamic, growth oriented environment and being part of a successful, global company? If so, then we would like you to consider joining our team as a summer intern.

Ranked #161 on the Fortune 500 list, PPG Industries is a global supplier of coatings, glass, fiberglass and chemicals with annual sales of more than $15.8 billion and manufacturing facilities in more than 60 countries around the globe. In 2008, PPG employed more than 42,800 people across the world. PPG employees and retirees own about 8 percent of the firm’s outstanding stock. As owner-operators, PPG’s people share a deep sense of pride and a firm commitment to their company.

PPG Industries is a leader in its markets; it is our vision to become the world’s leading coatings and specialty products company. Our continuing emphasis on development of breakthrough products and processes, investment in highly productive manufacturing facilities and profitable global expansion combine to provide customers with the best services and products of highest quality. We are committed to providing a fulfilling workplace for our employees, creating an environment for continuous learning and embracing the ideas and diversity of others.

The successful candidate will have a general chemistry background including organic and physical chemistry. They will posses an interest in laboratory work and customer interface.  They will have the opportunity to work with a project leader chemist on assignments including new product development/modification, introducing new products or troubleshooting at customer location.

Description of Training Program:

Assignment directly to a technical group at plant location or R&D.  Those assigned to R&D will be transferred to a plant within a year.  Those assigned to a plant will spend some time during the first year at R & D.

Individual will participate in a plant orientation to become familiar with all operating units.

Additional time is then spent in specific production areas to better learn raw material, in-process and finished goods specifications.

Job assignments will be selected to provide broad understanding of coatings technology, synthesis labs, physical chemistry, etc. 

Supplemental training by in-company and outside-company management and technical seminars.

 Must be fluent in in Chinese or Korean or Portuguese

Candidates should have demonstrated leadership skills and be highly self-motivated individuals.

Students must have a GPA of at least 2.8 and be authorized to work permanently in the United States.

Location flexibility is desired.