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Kemira · 7 hours ago

Research & Development Intern

positionAtlanta, GA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Kemira is a leading chemical supplier for the paper industry, and they are seeking a Summer intern to join their P&HS Atlanta PD team. The internship will primarily involve laboratory work focused on handsheets, retention and drainage evaluations, and various paper testing procedures.

ChemicalChemical EngineeringWater
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Vernesha Smith, SHRM-CP
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Responsibilities

Focus mainly on laboratory work, including making handsheets, retention and drainage evaluations, and associated paper testing such as sizing and strength measurements

Qualification

Chemistry laboratory experienceCellulose materialsTechnical communication skillsInterpersonal skillsBasic computer skills

Required

Strong hands-on experience in a chemistry laboratory
Knowledge of chemistry and/or cellulose materials is essential
Ability to work in a time-driven environment
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Commitment to safety and the ability to work safely unsupervised
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multifunctional team environment
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

Benefits

Interesting work in a developing application area in the packaging and board business.
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art R&D laboratory of a leading chemical supplier for the paper industry.
A safe and engaging working environment that enables you to perform to your full potential.

Company

Kemira

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Kemira products and delivers water treatment, Fiber production, and fibre-based materials for water-intensive industries.
dateFounded in 1920
location
Helsinki, Southern Finland, FIN
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.kemira.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Kemira has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (2)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$192.87M
Key Investors
Nordic Investment BankSilverfleet Capital
2025-10-20Post Ipo Debt· $58.22M
2024-02-12Post Ipo Secondary· $134.65M
1996-01-01Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Antti Salminen
President & CEO
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Petri Castren
Group CFO
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