About the role#
This is a summer 2027 internship based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. You will work on-site in an industrial laboratory setting, gaining hands-on experience with bituminous chemistry and construction materials. This role is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Support the company safety culture and follow all established policies.
- Learn the basics of rheology and methods for measuring viscosity.
- Handle chemicals while following laboratory and EPA safety protocols.
- Manage chemical inventory and update Safety Data Sheets in 3E Online.
- Work directly with samples of chemicals, asphalt, and polymers.
- Perform manual and skilled labor tasks as assigned.
- Complete projects required by the internship program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for Chemistry or a related science field.
- A valid driver license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment.
- Capacity to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods and walk across uneven terrain.
Location & details#
- Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
About COLAS
Colas is a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group that focuses on the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. The company operates in fifty countries and manages projects ranging from urban development to civil engineering and material recycling. It maintains a network of 2,000 operating units and 3,500 production sites. The company employs 64,000 people globally.
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