2027 Summer Intern: Product Chemistry
Role Overview
The R&D Product Chemistry team studies how product chemistry influences the performance of our consumer health products. Through hands-on laboratory work, experimentation, and data analysis, we help develop the scientific understanding needed to create the next generation of innovative products. As an intern, you'll work alongside experienced scientists and gain exposure to real product development projects in a collaborative research environment.
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About the Role
The R&D Product Chemistry team studies how product chemistry influences the performance of our consumer health products. Through hands-on laboratory work, experimentation, and data analysis, we help develop the scientific understanding needed to create the next generation of innovative products. As an intern, you'll work alongside experienced scientists and gain exposure to real product development projects in a collaborative research environment.
What You'll Do
Prepare samples for laboratory analysis and assist with maintaining instruments used in daily operations.
Support R&D projects by conducting experiments under the guidance of senior scientists.
Contribute ideas to improve sample preparation, data processing, and laboratory workflows.
Set up, maintain, and dismantle experimental equipment as needed.
Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness, including glassware washing, inventory organization, and routine lab housekeeping activities.
Essential Qualifications
Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific field.
Completed introductory science coursework with a strong interest in pursuing a career in science or research.
Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and pipettes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment while following good laboratory practices and safety procedures.
Capable of working in a laboratory setting for extended periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous laboratory coursework or hands-on laboratory experience.
- Strong curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Exposure to analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, or calorimetry.
- Eligibility and Program Requirements:
- This internship requires working at the designated location. Candidates requiring relocation are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs.
- Candidate must be able to work full-time (40 hours/ week) Monday-Friday ~8am-5pm for 12 weeks.
- Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship in the future. Work authorization documentation will be required during the application process.
- The position is based in Richmond, requiring an in-office presence of 4-5 days per week
- Expected start date: June 2027
- Compensation for this internship is based on academic standing and degree program:
- Freshman: $20.00/hour
- Sophomore: $22.50/hour
- Junior: $24.50/hour
- Senior: $26.00/hour
- Job Posting End Date
- 2026-11-21
- Equal Opportunities
- Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.
- During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.
- The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.
- Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.
- Accommodation Requests
- Use subject line: ‘Haleon Careers: Job Accommodation Request’
- Your Name and contact information
- Requisition ID and Job Title you are interested in
- Location of Requisition (city/state or province/country)
- Description of specific accommodation you are requesting
- Please note: Resumes, CVs, or other requests outside of accommodation support submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
- Note to candidates
- The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.
Accommodation Requests
If you require a reasonable accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected]. Please include the following in your email: Use subject line: ‘Haleon Careers: Job Accommodation Request’ Your Name and contact information Requisition ID and Job Title you are interested in Location of Requisition (city/state or province/country) Description of specific accommodation you are requesting Please note: Resumes, CVs, or other requests outside of accommodation support submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Note to candidates
The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.
Responsibilities
- Prepare samples for laboratory analysis and assist with maintaining instruments used in daily operations.
- Support R&D projects by conducting experiments under the guidance of senior scientists.
- Contribute ideas to improve sample preparation, data processing, and laboratory workflows.
- Set up, maintain, and dismantle experimental equipment as needed.
- Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness, including glassware washing, inventory organization, and routine lab housekeeping activities.
- Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific field.
- Completed introductory science coursework with a strong interest in pursuing a career in science or research.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and pipettes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment while following good laboratory practices and safety procedures.
- Capable of working in a laboratory setting for extended periods of time.
About Haleon
Haleon is a global consumer health company whose portfolio includes Sensodyne, Advil, Centrum, Panadol and Voltaren. Formed as an independent company in 2022 following its demerger from GSK, it develops products across oral health, vitamins and supplements, pain relief, respiratory health, digestive health and therapeutic skin health.
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