Laboratory Technician Extern
About The Position
KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a consulting engineering firm internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion and asset protection with corporate headquarters based near the Pittsburgh International Airport in Findlay Township. KTA is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an employee-owned company voted a 2024 Top Workplace in Pittsburgh! KTA is a company ran with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued. We wear jeans, have great perks, and host fundraising, wellness, and employee events that celebrate our company and employee success. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company, and our clients successful. At KTA, you’ll work with and learn from the best in the industry! We are currently searching for a Laboratory Technician Extern . This is an unpaid externship. You will gain real-world experience in a variety of day-to-day analytical and physical testing laboratory responsibilities. If you aren’t afraid to dive right in and tackle projects, have a creative side, and enjoy juggling a variety of responsibilities... then this is the internship for you! As a Laboratory Technician Extern, you will take on tasks such as: Sample preparation Bench, instrumental, and physical testing experiments Sample disposal Assistance with other projects, as needed
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in material science, chemistry, engineering or other related discipline
- Willingness to work with strong odors and messy materials
- Ability to work as a team member as well as independently
- Interest in applied science
- Reliable transportation
- Near distance vision, color vision
- Ability to safely lift 40 or more pounds, feel textures, wear respiratory protection, and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to type, write, speak, see, and hear with or without modification/reasonable accommodation
Nice To Haves
- Technical writing experience - desired
Responsibilities
- Sample preparation
- Bench, instrumental, and physical testing experiments
- Sample disposal
- Assistance with other projects, as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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