Leadership Development Program R&D- Minneapolis

June 2026 Leadership Development Program – R&D (Minneapolis)

Sherwin‑Williams invites driven individuals to join its Leadership Development Program (LDP). The 8‑12 month training exposes participants to all functions of the Performance Coatings Group and culminates in a position on the Chemist track.

Base pay range
$65,700.00 / yr – $65,700.00 / yr

Program start date: June 2026
Location: Minneapolis, MN campus

• Apply knowledge of paint and coatings chemistry and formulation.
• Perform testing methodsെടുക്ക and quality control using statistical software.
• Understand commercialization, product lifecycle, and industry segmentation.
• Manage projects and report results and findings.
• Build relationships with supply chain and plant operations.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations, & Technical Services to execute innovation strategy.
• Work alongside senior chemists throughout the program.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Previous laboratory project experience.
• Ability to relocate for program and post‑program positions.
• No company sponsorship required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft લીધો Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Physical capability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, polymer science, or material science.
• Project management experience.
• Prior lab experience at Sherwin‑Williams.
• Team‑oriented work and extracurricular experience.
• Knowledge of paint and coatings industry.
• Data maintenancelegt analysis experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Sherwin‑Williams is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, creed, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.