Summer 2027 Intern - Abingdon Formulations BPC

Job Title: Summer 2027 Intern - Abingdon Formulations BPC

Summary:

As a Personal Care Formulation Laboratory Intern, you will support the development and evaluation of innovative cosmetic and personal care formulations at our Abingdon site. Working alongside formulation scientists and technical specialists, you will gain practical experience preparing prototypes, assessing product performance and stability, maintaining accurate laboratory records, and communicating results. This role is ideal for a motivated student who is studying cosmetic science, chemistry, pharmaceutical science, or a related discipline and is keen to apply scientific knowledge in an industrial laboratory environment.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare personal care formulations such as skin care, hair care, sun care and colour cosmetic, following agreed formulae and laboratory procedures.
• Support formulation development projects by varying ingredients, processing conditions, and addition sequences under the guidance of formulation scientists.
• Evaluate prototypes using relevant physical and sensory tests, which may include appearance, pH, viscosity, stability, texture, spreadability, foam, conditioning, and other application-specific performance measures.
• Set up, monitor, and document stability studies, recording observations accurately and escalating unexpected results.
• Maintain clear, complete, and traceable laboratory records, formulation worksheets, raw-material information, test data, and project summaries.
• Organise samples and raw materials, check inventory, and support the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.
• Use laboratory equipment correctly and comply with health, safety, environmental, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
• Analyse experimental results, prepare concise conclusions, and share findings with technical and cross-functional colleagues through written updates and presentations.
• Contribute to team projects and end-of-internship reporting, including recommendations for further development work.

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• Pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree in Cosmetic Science or Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetic Science
• Practical laboratory experience gained in an academic, placement, or commercial environment; experience formulating personal care or cosmetic products is desirable
• Good understanding of laboratory safety, accurate weighing, sample preparation, and basic experimental practice
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow methods, document work accurately, and manage multiple experiments
• Curious, proactive, and willing to learn, with a practical approach to problem-solving
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a laboratory team
• Competence with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience analysing and presenting experimental data is desirable

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 term following the conclusion of the internship
• The candidate is expected to be available 37.25 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August

What We Offer:

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Compensation for this role will be competitive and aligned with market practices in the respective location. Actual pay is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, education, skills, and geographic location. Where applicable country-specific salary ranges will be communicated during the hiring process based on local pay transparency regulations. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

This role may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation. Any such incentives are governed by the terms of the Company’s applicable plans and are based on company performance and/or individual performance.

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.

About Us:

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.