R&D & AI Enablement Intern

Business Unit: Global IT SubsegmentDivision: IT - BusinessChallenge Yourself and Impact the Future!Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy.Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast-growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long-standing presence.We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.Who are we looking for?We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organized R&D & AI Enablement Intern to join our team this summer. This internship offers hands-on experience at the intersection of research, data science, and applied AI, along with the opportunity to contribute to impactful innovation projects.The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and motivated, with a strong interest in leveraging data and machine learning techniques to solve real-world product development challenges. You should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment.What will you be doing?Mine and structure product-specific datasets to support advanced analytics and modeling effortsDevelop a recommendation engine for formulations by identifying similarities across products using techniques such as clustering, embeddings, and dimensionality reduction (e.g., t-SNE)Build and evaluate models that map input parameters to optimized formulation outputs Analyze experimental datasets to predict key properties of final products using statistical and machine learning approachesCollaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to translate business and scientific problems into data-driven solutionsPrepare reports, visualizations, and documentation to communicate insights and model performanceParticipate in team meetings, contributing ideas and documenting key action items Support ongoing AI and data enablement initiatives across the organizationWho are You?Currently enrolled in a college or university; juniors and seniors are especially encouraged to applyMust be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirementsLocal to the internship site and able to commute reliablyAvailable to work full-time onsite and commit to the full duration of the internship programPursuing a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Statistics, or a related field (or strong interest in applied AI within R&D environments)What competencies will you need?Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Familiarity with machine learning concepts such as clustering, embeddings, and predictive modelingExperience with data analysis tools (e.g., Python, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, or similar) Understanding of data visualization and dimensionality reduction techniques (e.g., t-SNE, PCA) is a plusExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesStrong organizational, time management, and multitasking skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace applicationsWe are Offering...Hands-on experience working on real-world AI and R&D projects from day oneExposure to cutting-edge techniques in machine learning and product innovationSkill-building opportunities that prepare you for careers in data science, AI, and researchMentorship from experienced professionals across R&D and AI domainsA collaborative, fast-paced environment that encourages experimentation and innovationMeaningful contributions that directly impact product development and business outcomesCompany-paid travel to other locations for project or team-related activitiesEqual Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.Nearest Major Market: Raleigh