About the role#
Mativ is hiring a Research & Development Intern for a 12-week program in Neenah, Wisconsin. You will work within a multi-functional team to gain experience in real-time production and research processes. This role focuses on project work with clear deliverables and exposure to the mill environment.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the R&D team on process efficiency, cost savings, and technology advancement projects.
- Partner with scientists to identify paper properties and participate in new customer trials.
- Attend leadership meetings to report on progress and complete assigned tasks.
- Work with leadership to modify or create standard operating procedures.
- Manage specific projects as assigned by R&D management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Paper Science degree program.
- Completion of at least 2 full years of coursework, with preference for those who have completed 3 years.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong initiative, curiosity, and the ability to analyze information to identify opportunities.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Previous internship experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Neenah, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.
About Mativ
Mativ manufactures specialty materials for business and consumer markets. Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company operates facilities across three continents. It sells products in nearly 100 countries. The business focuses on filtration, healthcare, and sustainable packaging through two primary segments. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
How to get in at Mativ
Applying early to Mativ gives you a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications before the candidate pool grows too large. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can submit your materials among the first. This timing often ensures your profile is seen while the hiring team is still actively building their shortlist. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces the specific people managing Mativ openings, allowing you to ask relevant questions or request a referral. Connecting with the right person often helps your application stand out from the automated queue.
