2027 PCG R&D Innovation Color Science Co-Op

About the role

This position is a 6‑month co‑op experience starting in January 2027 that will work with the Sherwin‑Williams R&D Performance Coatings Group Innovation team. The R&D co‑op will be assigned a mentor and is responsible for leading innovation projects in support of multiple business unit color needs across the Sherwin‑Williams Performance Coatings Group.

Responsibilities

• Create a graphical user interface to machine learning models
• Develop the code to handle model retraining, data handling (such as in a database), and data retrieval
• Develop a solver that can efficiently run machine learning models for optimization
• Leverage learnings and good practices to PCG business units
• Adhere to all quality and safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Chemistry, Color Science, Physics, or Engineering
• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for an employment work visa now or in the future
• Willing to work up to 40 hours per week for 6 months, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• Programming experience in Python, C++, or similar
• Experience building graphical user interfaces
• Experience in modular programming
• Experience working with machine learning models

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic chemistry and physics coursework
• Rising or current Junior or Senior in college/university at the start of the Co‑Op program
• Declared major in Computer Science
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• 2+ years programming experience in Python, C++, or similar
• Experience with MS Office, Minitab, Python, Databricks, or other software packages for code development

Schedule & Location

Minimum 6‑month commitment starting January 2027, with potential extension to 12 months. On‑site only at the Morikis Global Technology Center in Brecksville, OH. Up to 40 hours per week.

Additional Information

Job duties include contact with other employees and access to confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, which may be supervised or unsupervised. A review of criminal history is required to protect the business, its operations, reputation, and the safety of staff and business relationships. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin‑Williams requests priority referral of Protected Veterans through state and local employment services delivery systems.