Intern - Quality Control Chemist

At Superior, we act like we own the company—because we do. As a 100% employee-owned organization, we thrive on a culture of cooperation, commitment, and stewardship. We invest in our people and processes to best serve our customers and grow responsibly. We’re not bound by “this is the way we’ve always done it” and instead gravitate toward “this makes a lot of sense.” If you want to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience, we’d love to have you join our team!

Oh, and by the way, we distribute solvents, chemicals, and composites. We also take customers’ hazardous waste and repurpose it. We’ve been doing it successfully since 1932, and we’re proud of it.

Quality Control Chemist Internship

• Location: Springfield, MO
• Hours: ~20 hours per week during the school semester with the opportunity to work full-time ~40 hours during the summer months. The planned timeline for this role is February 2025 – August 31^st 2025.
• Pay: $18-$20/hr

We are currently seeking a Quality Control Chemist Intern to support our team at our Springfield, MO location. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to perform quality control testing on incoming and outgoing products using industry-standard instrumentation, including Gas Chromatographs, Karl Fischer titrators, and viscometers.

As a Quality Control Intern, you will:

• Assisted with quality control testing of materials to ensure they met specifications.
• Learn and operate analytical equipment, such as Gas Chromatographs, Karl Fischer titrators, and viscometers.
• Support the documentation of test results and maintain quality records.
• Collaborate with team members from various disciplines to ensure timely and accurate testing.
• Practice exceptional attention to detail in all tasks.

What you’ll gain:

• Hands-on experience in a professional laboratory setting.
• The opportunity to learn from experienced team members in the chemical industry.
• A deeper understanding of quality control processes and analytical testing methods.

What we’re looking for:

• Currently has at least a Bachelor's degree OR is a senior pursuing a 4-year Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related science field.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with analytical equipment, such as Gas Chromatographs, Karl Fischer titrators, or viscometers, is a plus but not required.
• Previous lab or quality control experience is a bonus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize assignments.
• Interest in learning analytical testing techniques and quality control processes.

Superior offers a supportive work environment that fosters learning and growth. We hire based on character and potential—experience is a bonus!

Superior is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veteran/drug-free workplace.