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Part-Time QC Lab Intern (Winter - Summer 2027)

CompanyHydrite
LocationOshkosh
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 25, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform daily laboratory activities, including instrument maintenance, quality control analysis, and solutions preparation to support Quality Control Chemists. They are also responsible for administrative tasks such as generating Certificates of Analysis and maintaining accurate laboratory records.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
820
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team. 🧪 What we do: Hydrite is one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and related services in the United States. In other words: we make and supply chemistries that make your food and beverages safer and more flavorful, your water cleaner, your manufacturing line more efficient, and your crops healthier. 🏆 How Hydrite stands out: -34th Annual Winner of the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year -Seven-time winner of the Top Workplaces Award -Gold designation as a Well Workplace award recipient from WELCOA -No. 10 on the 12th Annual ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors List -Ranked on the Deloitte Wisconsin 75 list 17 times -Record-breaking safety performance -Privately-held, family-owned company for 95+ years 💬 What employees say about Hydrite: “The owners truly care about the employees and their families, despite significant growth. This type of environment is becoming more rare. I feel blessed to be part of the success of the organization.” “Strong family values and great benefits.” “Everyone cares about everyone else, from the lowest to highest positions in the company.” 🤝 How Hydrite gives back: Hydrite has a long history of supporting the communities in which we operate through charitable giving. Our culture fosters and facilitates community engagement by our people in both their personal and professional capacities. This includes our Hydrite Helps community engagement program, which has driven thousands of volunteer time and major financial support to local nonprofits in the areas of children’s needs & development, education, environment, and local needs. More on how we give back: https://www.hydrite.com/Community-Giving.htm We’d love to have you join the team! Learn more about working for Hydrite: https://www.hydrite.com/careers.htm
About the Role

WHO WE ARE

We are a company where people matter. 

We are family driven. 

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

BENEFITS

  • Competitive pay
  • Professional development
  • In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers
  • Hands-on project experience with real business impact
  • Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation

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QC Lab Intern (Winter - Summer 2027)

The primary purpose of this position is to perform required quality control projects while providing support to Quality Control Chemists and ensuring that all Quality Assurance/Quality Control practices and procedures are followed. This position will uphold the Hydrite “Standards of Excellence” through continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external.

The schedule for this role will require a commitment of 20/hour per week with hours mostly on 1st shift and will run from January 2027 - August 2027.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Perform daily laboratory activities to support Quality Control Chemists.
  • Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solutions preparations and standardization.
  • Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing materials under the supervision of a Quality Control Chemist.
  • Perform administrative duties which includes the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis.
  • Maintain records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely.
  • Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times.
  • Clean glassware.
  • Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
  • All staff members are responsible for reporting food safety problems to their supervisor or the SQF Practitioner upon observation of a known or potential issue.
  • Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
  • Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.  Review changes/additions with your supervisor.  Must be RCRA compliant.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

  • This position reports to the Quality Control Lab Supervisor.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Must be studying to obtain a degree in Chemistry (Junior or Senior).
  • Completion of following core Chemistry courses: Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and associated labs.
  • Must possess good laboratory analytical skills.
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
  • Able to apply advanced math skills and use involved problem solving.
  • Must be self-motivated.
  • Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

  • Summer Kick-Off Event: A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite.
  • Learning Opportunities: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.

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Key Skills
Laboratory analytical skillsInstrument maintenanceCalibrationQuality control checksSolutions preparationStandardizationQuality control analysisAdministrative dutiesData record keepingLaboratory maintenanceProblem solvingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsMS OfficeAdvanced math skills
Categories
Science & ResearchManufacturingAdministrative
Benefits
Competitive payProfessional developmentIn-person networking opportunitiesHands-on project experienceSummer kick-off eventLearning opportunities
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