Summer 2026 R&D Plastic Process Engineering Intern

About Alcon:

As the global leader in eye care Alcon has built a rich history of providing innovative products to customers and patients all over the world. Were extremely proud of our legacy and the significant way weve helped to shape the industry over the last 70 years but were just getting started. Our relentless passion to eliminate unmet medical needs drives our pursuit to further advance eye health worldwide. Were looking for exceptionally talented driven people who want to make a difference. If youd like to help us change the way the world sees this is your chance to Be Brilliant!

Position Description:

The Plastics Engineering Intern will work closely with our engineering team to support various stages of product development manufacturing and quality assurance for medical plastic components. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a engineering high-tech environment where innovation and precision are key.

The Alcon team is looking for a talented and motivated intern to join us onsite for next summer at the Fort Worth TX location.

Alcon interns will have the opportunity to not only gain industry experience and network with other Alcon professionals. They will also have the chance to make a real-world impact by working on meaningful projects that will help patients and customers see brilliantly. Alcon also offer interns personal and professional development high visibility and coaching and mentoring opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development: Assist in the design prototyping and testing of new plastic components ensuring they meet standards and specifications.

• Material Analysis: Conduct research and testing on plastic materials to determine the best fit for specific applications focusing on durability performance and cost-effectiveness.

• Tooling and Equipment: Assist in the design trial and validation of tooling and equipment used in the research and development of plastic components working to improve process reliability and product quality.

• Documentation: Prepare technical reports documentation and presentations summarizing project findings test results and recommendations for process improvements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including design manufacturing quality and supply chain to support product development activities.

• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product performance reducing costs and improving manufacturing processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship and at least one additional semester following your internship

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors or Masters in Plastic Engineering

• Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0

• Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects)

• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis. Students on an F1 visa with CPT work authorization may be accommodated

• Ability to commit to a 10-12 week summer internship full time (40 hrs./week) project

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD Mold Flow) plastic materials and manufacturing processes (e.g. injection molding extrusion thermoforming).

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work on complex engineering challenges.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with a proactive approach to learning and contributing.

• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in a dynamic automotive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.