Amway - R&D Formulation Science Intern Healthy Beauty and Home, Summer 2026, application via Ripple

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Internship Job title: R&D Formulation Science Internship – Healthy Beauty and Home  

Department / Division: Healthy Skin/PC/HC PD 

Hourly Range: $28 – 29/hour  

Location: Ada, MI

Work Arrangement: Onsite

What’s special about this team:  

The Healthy Beauty and Home Product Development team is a diverse group of scientists, engineers, and technicians who are enthusiastic about continuous innovation and the development of new and improved products.  This collection of professionals helps to determine the future of Amway’s world-class product lines. The team members are highly collaborative and willing to help one another whenever needed.  This team sees the full spectrum of product development activities from early discovery, through development and commercial production to ongoing product maintenance.    

How would an intern contribute to the team’s success:  

The intern will play a meaningful role in supporting the success of the Formulation team by contributing to a focused project aligned with our current priorities. Working side by side with experienced Formulators and Technicians, the intern will gain hands-on experience while also providing valuable support in the lab. Their contributions will help accelerate project timelines, bring fresh perspectives to problem-solving, and enhance team productivity. In addition to technical work, the intern will be immersed in our team culture, participating in collaborative discussions and learning how cross-functional innovation occurs in real-time. This experience not only supports the team’s immediate goals but also helps build a future talent pipeline for the organization. 

An example of a typical project would be: 

Exploring the use of natural dyes and fragrances in skincare formulations.  This project includes researching potential solutions, developing prototypes, and evaluating and testing the prototypes against target criteria. 

Required skills and background: 

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  Desired Major: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science and Formulation, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related science degree  

  
  

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  Desired Class Year: Junior or Senior 

  
  

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  Desired Skills: Basic lab skills. Proficient with Office tools (Excel, Access, etc.). Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and communication skills  

  
  

Amway does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Amway immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.) now or in the future.