Product Engineer (Polymer) - Summer 2026 Co-op

Product Engineering Co-op – Polymer Science & Engineering - Summer 2026

Who We Are

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.

As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

Position Summary

As a Polymer Science & Engineering Co-op, you will gain hands-on exposure to how polymers and materials contribute to product performance, testing, and innovation. You will work with our R&D and engineering teams to learn about vinyl and related polymers, their properties, and their role in our siding and window product lines. This role offers broad experience across both the scientific and applied sides of product development, with opportunities to contribute to ongoing projects while building technical and professional skills.

Key Accountabilities

• Exposure to polymer formulations, additives, and their applications in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with materials testing and analysis.
• Participation in cross-functional projects related to product improvement and innovation.
• Understanding the relationship between material properties, processing, and final product performance.
• Gaining insight into industry standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability considerations.
• Opportunity to engage with both the research and technical aspects of product engineering.

Required Education & Skills

• Enrolled full-time in a Bachelor’s program in Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in polymers, materials, or applied chemistry.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-starter with curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Preferred Skills

• Coursework or lab experience in polymer chemistry, materials testing, or processing.
• Interest in how science connects with real-world applications in product manufacturing, extrusion, and product performance.
• Problem-solving mindset with curiosity for innovation.
• Familiarity with basic programming, data analysis, or automation tools to support technical testing or process improvement.
• Familiarity with Minitab, CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Location

Travel between West Salem & Cuyahoga Falls -- Onsite Only

Work Environment

The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant and office space. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear Personal Protective Equipment that is issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Frequent use of company communication devices are required such as a computer, phone, and other office electronics.

When you join Associated Materials, LLC, you become part of a noble industry and a team of more than 3,500 employees who are proud to enhance the places we live with quality, innovative, and sustainable products. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, we are a leader in the building products industry, operating as three businesses: Associated Materials Innovations, Alside® and Gentek® Building Products. We are united by our core values that are all about being AMazing, which guide us to prioritize safety above all else, lead with trust, and speak the truth. 

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.