About the role#
The Quality Intern role is a 10-12 week assignment based at our Grove City, Ohio site. You will work directly with the Quality Manager to support daily operations and special projects. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn our quality systems, manufacturing standards, and testing procedures in a real-world production environment.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Quality Manager with daily tasks and specific site projects.
- Learn our quality systems, tools, metrics, and manufacturing standards.
- Identify necessary process and formula changes to help improve existing manufacturing outcomes.
- Complete training programs covering Microbial Control, Institutional Test Methods, and Minitab & Basic Statistics.
- Support the New Product Launch process by assisting with Ship to Hold audits, test batches, and institutional calibration methods.
- Maintain the calibration database and perform routine testing on paint and raw materials.
- Participate in early career development programming and site-wide employee engagement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university, ideally as a rising or current junior or senior.
- Pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- At least one year of experience using Microsoft Office products like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must be at least eighteen years of age.
- Ability to work in the United States without needing employment visa sponsorship.
- Previous experience in a team-oriented setting is preferred.
- Prior internship or co-op experience with Sherwin-Williams is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Grove City, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 24, 2027, to July 30, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid internship.
About Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams manufactures paints, coatings, and adhesives for a global market. Founded in 1866, the company maintains its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. It operates 130 distribution centers and over 5,000 retail locations. The organization employs more than 50,000 people and specializes in industrial and marine coatings alongside product finishes for original equipment manufacturers.
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