Application Chemist Intern
Coast Southwest, Inc. · Irving, TX · 1 mo ago
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Irving, TX – Posted Sep. 18, 2026
The Application Chemist Intern will assist in the formulation of various personal care, cosmetic, and HI&I products. The Application Chemist I will be responsible for performing basic lab techniques and continuously progressing formulation capabilities and knowledge of raw materials.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the formulation of various personal care, cosmetic, and HI&I products for publication in notable personal care industry publications and web sites.
- Support Sales staff as needed by providing formulation support through email, phone calls, virtual or in‑person meetings, filling prototype sample requests, and the development of starter formulations.
- Assist in the formulation development of new raw materials as needed.
- Research formulation techniques and properties of raw materials through literature, experimentation, and mentorship.
- Assist in the proper maintenance of the Applications Laboratory, including equipment, benchtops, and work areas.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or similar fields.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and other team members.
- Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Driven by curiosity and eagerness to learn.
- Detail‑oriented and organized with the ability to communicate clearly and document experiments and formulations in a lab notebook.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment and instruments with instruction, including mixers, hot plates, viscometers, pH meters, weighing scales, and homogenizers.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and assignments in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Working Environment (Physical/Mental Demands)
- Physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential job duties and responsibilities.
- Must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
- Must be able to focus and multitask in a busy environment and maintain composure in potentially stressful situations.
- Maintain effective and professional relationships with executives, staff, customers, vendors, and governmental agencies.
- Access to and maintenance of confidential and sensitive information.
- Must undergo and meet company standards for background checks, drug testing, and behavioral assessments.
- Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
- Ability to verbally communicate both in person and via telephone.
- Ability to utilize various office equipment, including computer, telephone, and a copy machine.
- Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds.