R&D - Pipe Development Intern
- Location
- Apple Valley, MN
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About the role
GF Building Flow Solutions (BFS) Americas is offering an exciting ten-week summer internship program in our R&D (Pipe Development) department. As an R&D Pipe Development Intern, you will have the opportunity to work hands on with our R&D team performing valuable work evaluating polymer blends, preparing test samples, analyzing material properties, and supporting product development research initiatives.
Through laboratory testing and material characterization, you will contribute to projects that help advance product performance and innovation. During the summer, you will connect with leaders throughout the company to learn more about GF's products and services and will participate in a variety of training sessions focused on preparation for your future careers.
Areas of Focus
- Melt mix polymer materials to prepare samples for testing, evaluation, and product development activities.
- Create film samples for laboratory analysis and product development research.
- Analyze and characterize material samples using laboratory equipment and testing methods to evaluate material properties and performance.
- Evaluate the effects of UV exposure and chlorine exposure on material performance and document findings.
- Compile, analyze, and communicate test results, observations, and recommendations to support product development initiatives.
- Deliver a presentation of your findings, key learnings, and recommendations to a leadership panel at the conclusion of the internship.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Must be an incoming Junior or Senior in a degree program.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrates curiosity, coachability, and a willingness to learn.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection and documentation.
- Interest in materials research, polymer science, product development, or laboratory testing preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- This internship is a full-time, in-office position.
- Must be available for the duration of the program: June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation for this position is $22.00/hr. This represents a good faith estimate for this position.
Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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From Georg Fischer's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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