# Application Development Engineering Co-Op at Covestro

- Company: [Covestro](https://covestro.com)
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Type: Internship · Internship
- Posted: 2026-09-06
- Apply: https://covestro.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/cov_external/job/Pittsburgh-PA/Application-Development-Engineering-Co-Op_JR-2026-01885
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/application-development-engineering-co-op-01a600d5

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Build simulation models and run analyses for structural, fluid dynamics, and mold processes
- Test parts and samples for mechanical and thermal properties using lab instruments
- Participate in molding and material processing investigations
- Create design solutions and contribute to business presentations

What they're looking for:

- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Material Science, or Plastics Engineering
- Must have finished first year of college before starting
- Enrolled in an undergraduate co-op program
- Maintain 3.0 or higher GPA
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent design software
- Understanding of stress analysis and heat transfer principles
- Hands-on experience with testing and processing lab tools
- Knowledge of artificial intelligence applications

## Posting

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

### WHAT WE OFFER

The primary responsibility of the engineering co-op position is to work with the Application Development Group supporting the Engineering Plastics business within Covestro located in Pittsburgh, PA. The incumbent will support hands-on advanced mechanical/thermal testing and processing of plastic parts in our labs. Additionally, support the design of plastic parts and mold designs activities using state-of-the art CAD and CAE technologies, as well. The undergraduate co-op program provides increasingly challenging assignments that are commensurate with academic training and individual ability to assume job responsibility.

### Major Responsibilities:

- Prepare CAD models for CAE analysis

- Perform structural, CFD, and mold filling simulations

- Conduct mechanical and thermal part and sample testing using advanced lab equipment

- Conduct/support advanced injection molding and processing studies

- Develop design concepts using CAD software

- Support the marketing efforts by preparing required information, reports and presentations

### WHAT YOU OFFER

### Basic Qualifications:

- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with an emphasis in Mechanical, Material Science, or Plastics Engineering

- At the time of hire, the selected candidate must have completed the Freshmen year of college

- Should be participating in a college Co-op program

- College GPA of 3.0 or greater

### Knowledge and Skills:

- Hands-on mechanical capabilities

- Familiarity with structural analysis and thermal analysis concepts

- Working experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software

- Familiarity with laboratory testing and processing equipment

- Experience with AI concepts and tools

### YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!

Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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