CVD Laboratory Intern Fall 2026

Purpose: Seeking a highly motivated student currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical Engineering. In this position, you will work with a team of technicians, engineers, and scientists to support the R&D stages of Chemical Vapor Depositions. Our intern program focuses on real-world, hands-on experiences to help prepare you for your career. 

Essential Functions:

• Operate complex CVD lab equipment


• Prepare glass substrates for lab depositions


• Safely handle chemicals according to SDS standards


• Troubleshoot process problems, implement solutions in timely manner


• Continuously explore ways to improve safety of all aspects of CVD lab operation


• Participate in development and implementation of new CVD lab equipment


• Operate small pilot scale equipment in laboratory and manufacturing plants


• Create and adhere to SOP’s developed for CVD lab equipment


• Communicate effectively with all lab personnel


• Maintain accurate and detailed records (e.g. laboratory notebook and documents) in accordance with ISO9001:2000 standards.


• Adhere to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles


• Other duties as assigned by manager

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Passion for Excellence - Takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results & objectives.


• Safety & Quality Focus - Demonstrates a visible commitment to safety, quality and


• ethical behavior.

• Customer Focused - Actively seeks to understand internal & external customer circumstances, problems, expectations and needs.

Qualifications Required:  

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in a suitable field, such as Engineering or Chemistry


• Demonstrated hands-on technical skills


• Strong analytical and problem solving aptitude


• Ability to lift 50 pounds


• Ability to work in team environments

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

• Demonstrated commitment to safe and ethical behavior

Qualifications Desired:

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or Chemistry


• Experience in industrial laboratory environment


• Experience with handling hazardous chemicals


• Self-starter with strong desire for learning and improvement

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NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.  Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin.  Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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