Ketjen Corporation · 14 hours ago
Ketjen PhD Chemical Engineering/Chemistry Internship – Summer 2026
Pasadena, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerKetjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. They are seeking a PhD intern for their Summer 2026 Chemical Engineering Co-Op Program, where the intern will work with the FCC R&D team on catalyst performance and development. Responsibilities include planning and executing experiments, evaluating performance, and collaborating with research technicians.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrial
Responsibilities
Planning and execution of experiments
Performance evaluation and characterization
Data evaluation and communication to leadership stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Must be able to commit to a full-time schedule (40 hrs/week)
Pursuing a PhD degree from an ABET Accredited University majoring in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a similar discipline
Cumulative GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
Preferred
Prior industrial or manufacturing experience a plus
Ability to participate in multiple Ketjen Internship or Co-Op sessions is a plus
Benefits
Three vacation days and company holidays
Social engagement programs
Senior executive leadership networking opportunities
Corporate housing (for those who meet relocation criteria)
Full-time conversion opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
Company
Ketjen Corporation
Ketjen provides advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the refining, petrochemical, and specialty chemicals industries.
Founded in 2023
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-10-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Henri Tausch
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Ketjen Corporation
Michael Simmons
President
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