R&D Internship 2024

About TRI-K Industries:

Since 1974, TRI-K Industries, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of specialty ingredients, bringing innovative concepts and products to life for the cosmetics industry. TRI-K strives to keep ahead of the curve with a specialization in cosmetic proteins and multi-functional peptides, natural actives, preservatives, and mild surfactants. TRI-K is a member of the Galaxy Group, with sales offices, manufacturing facilities and partners around the world. At TRI-K, we combine an awareness of consumer trends with innovative technologies to maintain our superior offering in the industry. Our in-house development team is constantly pioneering the discovery of new materials, resulting in enhanced consumer benefits. TRI-K Industries is a wonderful place to start your career with opportunities to learn and grow.

Essential duties/responsibilities:

• Tracking stability samples (Ph color, odor, viscosity)

• Raw Material coordination, (ordering, tracking, stocking)

• Helping, Organizing and Maintaining an organized Prototype Library

• Organizing and stock room & lab supplies

• Learning how to create personal care and skin care products such as

o Shampoo, conditioners, lotions, toners, creams, serums (etc.)

• Conduct raw material experiments as needed

What You Will Gain:

• 40 hours per week for an 8-10 week paid position

• Exposure to world class lab resources and instrumentation

• Interactions with highly experienced and qualified leaders in the field of personal care to mentor you and learn from

• Visibility and impact on standard operating procedures and project outcomes

Requirements:

• Background in hard sciences (chemistry, biology, biochemistry, Chem Engineering or similar)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Work independently with little supervision

• Organized, attentive to detail, and mindful of deadlines

• Able to collaborate with a team

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Authorized to work in the United States (without visa sponsorship)

Educational Qualifications:

College student entering Junior year preferred. Prior lab experience either in academic setting or summer internship.