Job Description The Duracell Research & Development Organization develops and delivers technologies to improve our products around the world. As an intern, you will experience hands-on work on projects that expose you to real-world problems and new technologies in challenging situations. You will collect & analyze data, identify opportunities for improvement, and potentially design processes or equipment to address those opportunities, and you will be expected to find new ways to innovate and develop within your area. Responsibilities
- Process/R&D interns may work in Product, Process, Material, or Packaging Development, Modeling & Simulation, or Data Science.
- Able to apply math, statistics, science, and other technical knowledge to solve real world problems and develop robust solutions.
- Manages time effectively by understanding assignment requirements, prioritizing objectives, and scheduling tasks accordingly.
- Shows personal initiative and drives for results to ensure deliverables meet cost and schedule requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Actively pursuing a degree in one of the following:
- Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemistry for Process/R&D opportunities
- This role requires interactions with many different types of teams and resources. An ability and desire to deliver both as an individual and in a team environment is a must.
If you can imagine yourself in this role, we look forward to hearing from you. Duracell is committed to hiring incredible talent, and as such, offers competitive compensation packages and employee benefits. To this same end, Duracell respects and values the aspects that make each candidate unique and, as an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination against employees and applicants on the basis of any factor prohibited by applicable laws and regulations. About Us Duracell is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell's products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a can do attitude is highly valued. In January 2018, a new B2B Sector was created which among other duties, will assume responsibilities of the Professional Aftermarket businesses globally under the PROCELL brand.