Research and Development Internship

Published on: September 29, 2011

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IceStone, LLC Published: September 29, 2011
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Skill Level
Internship / Volunteer, Internship / Volunteer
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Analyst / Research / Other

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Description

IceStone,
LLC is the world’s leading manufacturer of sustainable durable surfaces. Crafted in
Brooklyn from 100% recycled glass and concrete, IceStone rivals the strength of
natural stone with elegant colors that carry unique depth and character –
making IceStone the perfect choice for everything from kitchen countertops and
bathroom vanities to desktops and conference tables. Accolades include
selection in the prestigious Cooper Hewitt Design Triennial, the ASID Bloom
Award and Interior Design Magazine’s Merit Award for Green Products, among many
others.

IceStone is a proud founding member of B Corp, an
organization that recognizes leaders in social responsibility, and is the only
durable surface to achieve Cradle to Cradle™ certification at the Gold level.

Position Overview:

This position
opportunity is ideal for a motivated, energetic and good-natured individual who
welcomes challenges, thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and
possesses excellent organizational skills.

The company is
looking for an R&D Intern to perform various routine lab tasks in the
R&D department and assist in material testing, product development, and
process control.

Responsibilities:

May include: 

  • Collection
    and preparation of samples for strength testing
  • Performing
    required strength tests and shrinkage tests
  • Collect,
    record, and transcribe data
  • Maintain
    test equipment, supplies and lab cleanliness
  • Perform
    series of quality control testing on raw materials (sieve analysis, color
    measurements)
  • Perform
    viscosity quality control at the batch plant
  • Supports
    R&D and Quality team in color development efforts

Qualifications:

Candidate
needs to be:

  • Extremely organized and dedicated to
    meticulously managing detailsFlexible team player with
    demonstrate ability to excel in a fast-paced environment under time constraints     
  • Able to multi-task, communicate effectively
    w/all levels and successfully meet deadlines
  • Energetic, creative, disciplined and a
    self-starter, able to manage projects independently

Functional
Skills:

  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong
    computer skills (MS Excel) able to learn new systems and
    tools quickly
  • Good speaking, writing, and listening skills

Interpersonal/Team Working Skills:

  • Good interpersonal and team working skills at the
    technology, area and team level
  • Contributes constructively, share ideas and
    actively listen to ideas of others
  • Works well with all levels and with functional
    support groups
  • Seeks first to understand and coaches team
    members
  • Displays appropriate assertiveness, emotions,
    and conflict management
  • Self starter capable of envision, planning and
    executing projects independently
  • Support the leadership and experience of others
  • Receptive
    to receiving feedback from others

Most importantly,
this person must have a can-do, energetic, upbeat attitude.

Compensation: $10/hour

To Apply:

Please submit your
resume and cover letter (all in PDF format) via email with the
subject line “R&D Intern”.  Hiring
immediately.

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