2026 R&D GSC Summer Applicators Internship

Company: Sherwin-Williams
Location: Brecksville
Posted on: December 2, 2025

Job Description:

The R&D Engineering Summer Internship position is for the Applicator / Tool Engineering Lab from May to August 2026. The internship will be assigned a mentor and at least one “real world” project to complete during their assignment. At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. Initially, the individual would be expected to become skilled at testing and learning paint application tools in a hands-on environment. Responsible for assisting Engineers with designing, experimenting, and testing of products. Use of modeling software (SolidWorks, CAD, etc) to assist with creating and maintaining drawing and /or specifications. Students will participate in several special networking and learning events throughout their assignment. This opportunity will allow students to gain experience in work groups, as well as working with other Interns and Co-ops. Minimum Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Must be legally authorized to work in the country for which you are applying for employment without now or in the future needing sponsorship for employment visa status Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program or higher in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) at the time of the internship program Must have a minimum 2.8 GPA Must be willing to work up to 40 hours per week for a total of 12 weeks, with or without reasonable accommodation Preferred Qualifications Currently at a rising Junior or Senior standing Enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing/Technology Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Applied Sciences in Engineering Working knowledge of 3D Modeling Software (CAD, SolidWorks, Catia, etc) Previously completed a Sherwin-Williams Research and Development (R&D) Internship or Co-op Program Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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