Newark, DE, USA
9 days ago
Chemistry Lab Apprentice

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.

Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.

Chemours is seeking a Chemistry Lab Apprentice to join our Operations team! This position will report directly to the Research Lab Supervisor.


The Chemistry Lab Apprentice under the guidance of an experienced colleague will receive specialized on the job training. This role involves tasks such as adhering to workplace procedures, following health and safety guidance, and completing tasks related to basic chemistry laboratory work

Location: Newark, Delaware

Hours: Part-time schedule up to 20 hours per week

Term: 12-18-month assignment between February-June

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in environmental report preparation and submittals including but not limited to air permits, wastewater discharge monitoring, chemical inventory, and waste management.

Work closely with laboratory personnel and pilot plant operators to manage air registrations/permit recordkeeping requirements

Follow written standard operating procedures

Collect organize and record necessary experimental data

The following is required for this role:

Enrollment at New Castle County Vo-Tech School District at time of assignment

High school student enrolled in Chemistry Lab Technology program

Good interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well and receive feedback from others

Ability to comprehend and follow safety policy in laboratory environments

Ability to interpret, analyze, and interpret facts and ideas in writing.

The following is preferred for this role:

3.0 GPA or above

Knowledge of computer-based systems necessary for lab operation, including MS Office tools

Knowledge of operation on the more common lab instruments and equipment

Specific knowledge of, and experience with, general chemistry techniques and good laboratory practices

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion a Diversity Initiatives

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®.

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.

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