Colonial Chemical - Career Pathway

How are interns selected?

• Participants must successfully complete ET 112, Mathematics for Engineering Technology and an interview.
• ET 112 classes are October 10th – December 6th.

How does the internship work?

Interns earn a Chemical Operator Technical Certificate from Chattanooga State while working at Colonial Chemical

January – May

• Interns will work up to 24 hours per week at a pay rate $20/hour
• Interns take two classes at Kimball campus, and must successfully pass both courses to continue internship:
  • CHET 1400, Industrial Chemistry
  • MECH 1320, Mechanical Components and Electrical Drives

May – August

• Interns will work up to 24 hours per week at a pay rate $22/hour
• Interns take two classes at Kimball campus, and must successfully pass both courses to be considered for employment:
  • CHET 1410, Process Operations 1
  • CHET 1300, Process Equipment

August

• Successful interns may receive a full-time position job offer with a wage of up to $24.50 per hour

How do I apply to the internship?

• Complete the Chattanooga State admissions process
• Enroll in ET 112 for October
• Students will be interviewed during the ET 112 course
• All students must successfully complete ET 112 to be considered an intern

Do I have to pay tuition to take the college classes?

• Yes, all tuition and fees need to be paid. However, there are numerous ways for financial assistance—Tennessee Reconnect or Federal Pell grant.
  • Fees for ET 112 are around $650.
     
• Once the paid internship begins, Colonial Chemical will provide last dollar scholarships for interns.