Internship – Customer Development & Support

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Job Summary: Undergraduate internship in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering to work on laboratory analysis and research, developing and testing products, and preparing technical reports. Key Highlights: 1. Work in the laboratory performing chemical and instrumental analyses 2. Conduct process simulation tests and comparative evaluations 3. Contribute to technical article research and literature review LHOIST INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2026/27 Now is the time to build your future at Lhoist — a Belgian multinational company with over 130 years of history, present in more than 25 countries, and a world leader in the production of lime, dolomitic lime, and minerals. Lhoist offers an internship opportunity in Technical Service & Development (TS&D). Location: São José da Lapa Unit / MG. Schedule: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM or 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Responsibilities: * Requesting, collecting, and shipping samples; * Preparing and analyzing samples of raw materials, products, or formulations under development; * Performing wet chemical and instrumental analyses according to established methodologies, such as: EDTA complexometry, Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), Calorific Value (GCV/NCV), Moisture content by gravimetric or instrumental methods, Particle size distribution (vacuum or vibratory sieving), Particle size measurement by specific techniques such as laser diffraction or Blaine, Reactivity testing per ASTM standards. * Conducting customer process simulation tests (industrial applications of products) and comparative evaluations. * Supporting laboratory organization (5S). * Contributing to technical article research, literature review, and application of theoretical concepts to projects. * Participating in meetings, contributing ideas and technical interpretations. * Preparing technical reports and test certificates to support NBD and TS&D departments. * Supporting the team in delivering technical workshops. * Assisting in reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), preparing technical data sheets, packaging labeling, and technical specifications. Requirements: * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering * Desired knowledge: Microsoft Office suite; coursework or completion of the following subjects: * Laboratory Techniques, General Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, * Inorganic Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Statistics (Design of Experiments – DOE – preferred). * Residency in the Metropolitan Region (e.g., São José da Lapa, Vespasiano, Confins, Lagoa Santa, Pedro Leopoldo, Matozinhos, etc.) Advantages: Familiarity with analytical data compilation. Practical knowledge of laboratory operations and routine procedures. Stipend: R$1.700,00 Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Transportation Allowance, On-site Meals. We’re rooting for you!