Hill's Pet Nutrition · 17 hours ago
2026 Analytical Sciences Lab Intern
Topeka, KS
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23.50/hr - $29/hr
Start in 2026 SummerHill's Pet Nutrition, part of Colgate-Palmolive Company, is a global leader in pet nutrition. They are seeking an Analytical Lab Intern to gain hands-on experience applying analytical chemistry to improve pet health, working on substantial projects with mentorship from experts.
ManufacturingPetRetail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Program, calibrate, maintain and operate robotic instruments for the preparation of chemical solutions, ensuring accurate and reproducible results
Optimize and execute GC-FID and GCMS methods for both liquid and gaseous (headspace) samples
Process, analyze, and interpret GCFID and GC/MS data, including chromatogram review, peak identification, and method troubleshooting
Apply calibration standards and quantitative analysis approaches to accurately determine concentrations of target analytes
Perform method validation activities and utilize statistical methods to evaluate accuracy and reproducibility
Maintain documentation of analytical procedures, instrument maintenance, and results in accordance with laboratory quality systems
Collaborate with team members to support method development, validation, and continuous improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Junior or Senior students seeking a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Forensic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
Strong background in statistical methods and data analysis
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
Authorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship needs
Preferred
Experience with computer programming is desirable
Knowledge of GC/MS instruments for both liquid and headspace sampling. Hands-on experience in those instruments is preferred
Familiarity with calibration techniques, quantification methods, and lab data systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
Paid parental leave
Disability coverage
Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days
13 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Company
Hill's Pet Nutrition
Work that matters, fueled by passion for pets! At Hill’s we have a purpose.
Founded in 1907
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rauf Gurbuz
President, General Manager US
Recent News
2025-12-03
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