Intern, Thermal Application Scientist

Waters Corporation is always looking to hire outstanding future talent for our company. The TA Instruments R&D team is looking to hire a Thermal Application Scientist Intern out of our New Castle, DE site. This internship is a phenomenal opportunity to gain real-world experience while working at the world's leading specialty measurement company. This internship will last approximately 10-12 weeks, and the program will commence in the summer of 2026.

Execute DSC experiments on diverse material types using established test methods to generate high-quality, reproducible thermal analysis data.
• Document experimental methods, sample preparation, and metadata to ensure data traceability and usability.
• Analyze and interpret DSC results to support downstream data science workflows.
• Assist in evaluating new analysis algorithms by applying them to experimental datasets and providing technical feedback.
• Collaborate with data science and R&D teams to structure, label, and validate experimental datasets for algorithm development and testing.

At Waters, we view the internship program as a mutually beneficial opportunity designed to equip students with real world experience, while learning from industry leaders in their functional area of choice. Our goal is that an internship at Waters will enable you to build your network as an early career professional, fast tracking your future career prospects and setting you up for success in the job market. A few key attributes we are seeking in intern candidates include:

Curiosity: Individuals across the organization are passionate about working with and developing students who have a passion for their subject area and a knack for problem solving.

Courage: We admire individuals who challenge the status quo, take on leadership roles, and embrace challenges outside their comfort zones.

Compassion: We expect our team members to embody empathy in their work, fostering ethical professionalism, collaboration, active listening, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Qualifications specific to this role:

• Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment with scientific instrumentation.
• Coursework or hands-on experience in thermal analysis (DSC preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow experimental protocols.
• Interest in data analysis, algorithm development, or data-driven materials science.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, MATLAB) is a plus.

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.