SCHOLARSHIPS
<p>UW-Whitewater offers students a wide variety of scholarships, both through the university, individual colleges, and departments. The Department of Chemistry has a number of scholarships and awards geared specifically toward our students, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>John W. Brooks</li>
<li>Paul Wenaas (Junior)</li>
<li>AA Upham Science Scholarship</li>
<li>Y W Fok Scholarship</li>
<li>Goldwater Scholarship</li>
</ul>
<p>More information about these and other scholarships is available through the scholarship portal.</p>
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
<p>The Department of Chemistry supports a number of student clubs and organizations, including Chemistry Club and our <a href="https://www.uww.edu/fye/freshmen/learning-community/double-helix" title="Double Helix page">Double Helix Learning Community</a>.</p>
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INTERNSHIPS
<p>Internships are a powerful way to apply your classroom knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and build a professional network. The Chemistry Department at UW–Whitewater partners with top companies offering exciting internship opportunities in various chemistry fields. Here's a look at some of the companies you could intern with:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.abbvie.com/science.html" target="_blank" title="AbbVie" rel="noopener">AbbVie</a><br />Location: Lake County, IL (approx. 1.5 hours from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Biopharmaceuticals<br />Chemistry Focus: Pharmaceutical development, chemical engineering, analytical chemistry</p>
<p><a href="http://www.epicresins.com/" target="_blank" title="Epic Resins" rel="noopener">Epic Resins</a><br />Location: Palmyra, WI (14 minutes from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Specialty Chemicals<br />Chemistry Focus: Epoxy and polyurethane resin formulation</p>
<p><a href="https://www.scjohnson.com/en" target="_blank" title="SC Johnson" rel="noopener">SC Johnson</a><br />Location: Racine, WI (1 hour from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Consumer Goods<br />Chemistry Focus: Product development, formulation chemistry, R&D</p>
<p><a href="https://careers.emdgroup.com/us/en/students-and-graduates" target="_blank" title="MilliporeSigma" rel="noopener">MilliporeSigma</a><br />Location: Milwaukee, WI & Sheboygan Falls, WI<br />Industry: Life Sciences<br />Chemistry Focus: Analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemical manufacturing</p>
<p><a href="https://www.hydrite.com/" target="_blank" title="Hydrite Chemical Co." rel="noopener">Hydrite Chemical Co.</a><br />Location: Brookfield, WI (1 hour from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Chemical Manufacturing<br />Chemistry Focus: Quality control, technical services, regulatory affairs</p>
<p><a href="https://www.evonik.com/en/company/worldwide-locations/north-america.html" target="_blank" title="Evonik Industries" rel="noopener">Evonik Industries</a><br />Location: Milton, WI (15 minutes from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Specialty Chemicals<br />Chemistry Focus: Polymer chemistry, coatings, process engineering</p>
<p><a href="https://www.forthealthcare.com/about/careers/" target="_blank" title="Fort Atkinson HealthCare" rel="noopener">Fort Atkinson HealthCare</a><br />Location: Fort Atkinson, WI (20 minutes from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Healthcare<br />Chemistry Focus: Clinical chemistry, lab technology</p>
<p><a href="https://www.uschemical.com/" target="_blank" title="U S Chemical" rel="noopener">U S Chemical</a><br />Location: Watertown, WI (30 minutes from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Cleaning and Sanitation Chemicals<br />Chemistry Focus: Formulation chemistry, product testing</p>
<p><a href="https://deverechemical.com/" target="_blank" title="DeVere Chemical" rel="noopener">DeVere Chemical</a><br />Location: Janesville, WI (30 minutes from Whitewater)<br />Industry: Industrial Cleaning Chemicals<br />Chemistry Focus: Formulation, manufacturing, regulatory compliance</p>
<p><a href="https://www.nestlejobs.com/early-careers#internships" target="_blank" title="Nestlé USA" rel="noopener">Nestlé USA</a><br />Location: Burlington, WI or Eau Claire, WI<br />Industry: Food & Beverage<br />Chemistry Focus: Food chemistry, quality assurance, product development</p>
<p><strong>Why Intern?</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Apply your chemistry knowledge in real-world settings</li>
<li>Build your resume and professional network</li>
<li>Discover your career interests and strengths</li>
<li>Many internships lead to full-time job offers!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Ready to Get Started?</strong><br />Visit your Chemistry Department advisor or talk with our Internship Coordinator, Dr. Kumpaty, to learn about the options and next steps. </p>
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