Apply on Employer Site

Henkel · 4 hours ago

HRP Associate: Product Development

Madison Heights, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

Henkel is an organization focused on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, with trusted brands like Persil® and Loctite®. The HRP Associate in Product Development will work on adhesive bonding and surface science projects, gaining a deep understanding of adhesive chemistries and applications through lab-based development activities.

BeautyCleaning ProductsConsumerFast-Moving Consumer GoodsPersonal Care and Hygiene

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

As part of a product development team, you will work in adhesive bonding and surface science to meet the needs of both internal and external customers through lab-based development projects and activities

You will spend approximately 8 months in each rotation where you will develop a deep understanding of multiple adhesive chemistries, applications, and markets specific to your business unit as well as an overall knowledge of our product portfolios

In each rotation, in addition to developing and formulating adhesives for specific applications, you will have the opportunity to learn about your own skills and to grow personally through the wide range of courses made available to each associate

Qualification

Master’sPhDChemistryChemical EngineeringPolymer ScienceMaterial ScienceStructure-property relationshipPolymersSurface scienceOrganic chemistryDigital literacyData analysis toolsProject management softwareMS OfficeLeadershipCollaboration

Required

Master's or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Material Science is required

Digital literacy and experience with data analysis tools, project management software and MS Office to manage tasks and communicate with others

Available for full-time employment in July 2026

Position does not offer immigration sponsorship or support

Preferred

Knowledge of structure-property relationship of materials, experience with polymers and surface science, and a background in organic chemistry

Demonstrated leadership ability and collaboration within teams in a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace (previous internship/co-op experience is preferred)

Benefits

Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program

Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement

Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships

Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement