Job Description
Qualifications
Additional Information: Must have permanent right to work in the United States both now and in the future
As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring
You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development
GPA: 3.0 cumulative or higher
Completion of 1-1/2 years of college courses and a major in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field
Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. on a regular, full-time basis
Co-op/intern positions are not eligible for sponsorship and the successful candidate must be eligible for employment in the United States without KC’s sponsorship now AND in the future
Benefits
Starting Hourly Wage: $24.00 USD
Total rewards at Kimberly-Clark includes the above starting wage offer and is eligible for overtime pay
Responsibilities
As a Materials Engineering co-op will have the opportunity to apply scientific and engineering practices to product, medical devices, process, and material design and development
Experimentation could be conducted in a laboratory, manufacturing, or product use environment
Candidates may work with advanced technologies in polymers, surfactants, absorbency, fibers, nonwoven materials, and other fields for design and manufacture of consumer and business to business health and hygiene products are leveraged to create new benefits, to solve current problems, and/or to maintain existing products
Considerable interaction with representatives of engineering and manufacturing is required in meeting project objectives
In This Role, You Will
Carry out assigned projects as part of a team
Demonstrate the ability to fully develop the skills and traits required for continued growth as a scientist
Conduct all communications and transactions with utmost integrity and honesty
Document knowledge and report research and development work as required
Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected
Job description
Job Description
Role Terms: Summer/Fall (Full-Time May - December 2026), this is a cooperative education program so you would be required to take off from school during the duration of the co-op term.
Additional Information: Must have permanent right to work in the United States both now and in the future.
As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU
As a Materials Engineering co-op will have the opportunity to apply scientific and engineering practices to product, medical devices, process, and material design and development. Experimentation could be conducted in a laboratory, manufacturing, or product use environment. Candidates may work with advanced technologies in polymers, surfactants, absorbency, fibers, nonwoven materials, and other fields for design and manufacture of consumer and business to business health and hygiene products are leveraged to create new benefits, to solve current problems, and/or to maintain existing products. Considerable interaction with representatives of engineering and manufacturing is required in meeting project objectives.
In This Role, You Will
• Carry out assigned projects as part of a team.
• Demonstrate the ability to fully develop the skills and traits required for continued growth as a scientist.
• Conduct all communications and transactions with utmost integrity and honesty.
• Document knowledge and report research and development work as required.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected.
About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
About You
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
Qualifications
In one of our co-op roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
• GPA: 3.0 cumulative or higher
• Completion of 1-1/2 years of college courses and a major in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
• Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. on a regular, full-time basis
• Co-op/intern positions are not eligible for sponsorship and the successful candidate must be eligible for employment in the United States without KC’s sponsorship now AND in the future
• Previous Co-op/Intern experience is a plus
To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
And finally, the fine print….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, ****** orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
Starting Hourly Wage: $24.00 USD
Total rewards at Kimberly-Clark includes the above starting wage offer and is eligible for overtime pay. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
Primary Location
USA-WI-Neenah
Additional Locations
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Intern/Student
Time Type
Full time
