HPLC Marketing Intern - Summer 2026

HPLC Marketing Intern

Location: Columbia, MD

Schedule: 25 Hours per week | June-August 2026

Salary: $18 - $20 per hour

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world.  Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.”  People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

Why consider an internship with Shimadzu?

Our internship program offers students and early career professionals the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a global scientific organization. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real projects, and gain insight into how science and technology impact industries.

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in a professional scientific environment
• Work alongside industry experts and experienced professionals
• Contribute to real projects that support innovation and customer success
• Develop practical skills and professional knowledge related to your field of study
• Build connections and expand your professional network

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a HPLC Marketing Intern to support the HPLC Marketing Team with projects focused on instrument performance analysis, application development, and technical evaluation. In this role, you will assist with laboratory studies, analyze instrument performance data, and contribute to the development of technical materials used to support product positioning and scientific credibility. This internship provides exposure to both analytical laboratory work and the strategic side of scientific product marketing, offering valuable insight into how technical data supports product growth and customer engagement.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist with the collection and analysis of HPLC instrument performance data
• Support method development and method transfer studies
• Work directly with analytical laboratory instrumentation to support application-focused projects
• Evaluate reproducibility and performance metrics across laboratory experiments
• Assist with data interpretation and troubleshooting during experimental studies
• Contribute to the preparation of technical documentation, internal presentations, and marketing-aligned scientific materials
• Support the HPLC Marketing Team in generating technical data used to strengthen product positioning and application credibility

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• Basic understanding of analytical laboratory principles and scientific instrumentation
• Experience working in a laboratory environment preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret scientific data

Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.