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Laboratory and Engineering Intern | Spring and Summer 2026

CompanyECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC
LocationOrange
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will assist with routine and non-routine laboratory testing, support the operation of pilot reactors, and maintain laboratory equipment. They will also document test results and comply with safety and environmental requirements.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
225
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Ecovyst is a pure-play catalyst and services company with over 200 years of history. We are accelerating the transition to a sustainability-driven future through our innovative products and services that address our customers' evolving business challenges, tightening global regulatory standards, and changing consumer preferences. Our company operates through two complementary, leading business segments: ● Ecoservices provides end-to-end sulfuric acid regeneration services and specialty-grade high-purity virgin sulfuric acid for diverse applications including mining, electronics, lead-acid batteries, water treatment, and agricultural products. Ecoservices regeneration services help avoid significant landfill or deep well disposal, contributing to a circular economy through the recycling of spent surfuric acid. ● Advanced Materials & Catalysts develops and sells proprietary and custom engineered technologies for cleaner fuels, emissions control, and waste reduction. Our portfolio includes silica catalysts used by leading global polyethylene producers for durability and lightweighting, and zeolite catalysts for cleaner air applications and plastic recycling. At Ecovyst, we focus on three key trends shaping our future: ➡️ Increasing standards for manufacturers to reduce environmental footprints ➡️ The shift to cleaner energy sources, particularly in transportation ➡️ Growing urgency for plastic recycling solutions Responsive—and fast-adapting to rapidly changing economic environments—Ecovyst supports customers with solutions that advance business growth and sustainability goals. Our technologies play a critical role in propelling business expansion for our customers. At Ecovyst, we are a catalyst for positive change.
About the Role

Ecovyst is the leader in sulfuric acid regeneration. Our expertise in sulfuric acid processing and extensive plant network has enabled us to provide end-to-end regeneration services to support alkylate production for more than 75 years. We are serving long-term sustainable trends.

Our business line:

  • Ecoservices provides sulfuric acid regeneration, virgin sulfuric acid, treatment services, and much more.

 What we have to offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Academic-centric work flexibility

 

Position Overview:

The Laboratory & Engineering Intern role is a paid internship designed for currently enrolled engineering students seeking hands‑on experience in an industrial laboratory and manufacturing environment. This internship is structured as a learning‑focused development opportunity that complements academic coursework by providing real‑world exposure to laboratory testing, engineering support activities, and industrial safety practices. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals in a regulated, safety‑focused industrial setting.

This role is intended to begin part‑time during the Spring term, with the intent to transition to a full‑time internship during the Summer, based on performance and business needs.

What You Will Be Doing:

With training and supervision from experienced laboratory and engineering professionals, you will:

  • Assist with routine and non‑routine laboratory testing using approved instruments and procedures
  • Collect, prepare, process, and store catalyst and laboratory samples
  • Calculate, document, and report test results using computer‑based systems
  • Support operation of pilot reactors and laboratory equipment when trained and authorized
  • Generate routine laboratory and experimental reports
  • Assist with identifying and troubleshooting laboratory equipment issues
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and a clean, organized work environment
  • Follow proper waste handling, disposal, and recycling procedures
  • Comply with all safety, health, and environmental requirements and use required PPE
  • Utilize standard software systems such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and LIMS
  • Learn how laboratory data and engineering support activities contribute to safe, reliable chemical operations
  • During the final month of the internship, you will prepare and deliver a presentation to leadership and local HR highlighting the projects you worked on, key skills and learnings, mentors you partnered with, and individuals you shadowed throughout the program

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline 
  • Ability to work safely in a laboratory and industrial manufacturing environment 
  • Strong attention to detail and interest in hands‑on technical work 
  • Strong analytical aptitude with the ability to apply math, logic, and engineering principles to real‑world problems
  • Ability to follow procedures and accurately document work 
  • Basic computer proficiency 
  • Interest in the specialty chemicals or industrial manufacturing industry
Key Skills
Laboratory TestingEngineering SupportData DocumentationAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailSafety ComplianceComputer ProficiencyChemical Operations
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchManufacturingEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
Competitive PayAcademic-Centric Work Flexibility