“During my time with Colortech, I gained valuable knowledge and hands-on experience in the polymer industry. Being part of the quality assurance team taught me not only the importance of data, but also how to interpret it to ensure the highest quality product. Additionally, learning about powder flow characteristics and their effect on the manufacturing process was an engaging and valuable part of my experience. This Co-Op strengthened my industry knowledge and, most importantly, my ability to collaborate effectively with others. I am grateful to Colortech for investing in me and trusting my contributions as both an employee and a team member.”

"My experience of being a process engineering co-op at Colortech was better than I had hoped. This was my first introduction to any type of industry work, and I do not think it could have gone any better! The employees at Colortech were extremely welcoming, I really enjoyed Colortech’s workplace community and culture. I was able to gain loads of hands-on experience and was often given exciting, individual projects to work on. They allowed me far more flexibility and independence than I expected to receive as a co-op, which was fantastic. I felt like many of the contributions I made were able to genuinely help and improve the company in the long run. Since working here, I have learned a great deal and improved many of my soft skills. I would highly recommend Colortech as both a company and a co-op experience."

“At Colortech, I have gotten the opportunity to learn so much about manufacturing. I have been able to see all of the intricacies of the process of creating a product as well as being an active part of it. Being able to work with others and have a hands-on experience with the process has really expanded my knowledge of the industry. My knowledge of the plastics industry has grown so much since I started here, and I wanted to thank the Colortech team for giving me such an amazing opportunity.”

“The time I spent at Colortech was invaluable for me to understand what the industry of plastics and polymers is like. Throughout my tenure, I had a multitude of projects where I interacted with nearly every department that falls under the Colortech umbrella. Through these tailored projects, I was able to learn what I excel at and what I needed to improve upon. At a company like Colortech, I found it very easy to be open with all levels of coworkers and found pleasure in learning about what Colortech creates through their wealth of experience. I am so grateful for the time I was with Colortech and look forward to where I can go in my career using the knowledge bestowed upon me.”

“Over the past few months at Colortech, I’ve been fortunate to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of engineering work — and I’ve truly been enjoying it. Most of my time is spent doing design work in AutoCAD, creating layouts that show contractors what to install and how to install it. My projects have covered everything from utilities and reverse-engineered parts to pipe reworks, gutter and sprinkler zoning, and frames for conveyors and panels.

One of my favorite parts of the job has been the variety — I am constantly learning something new. I’ve also really enjoyed navigating the interactions between departments, whether that be asking maintenance questions or addressing contractors’ concerns.”

“I recently finished my co-op at Colortech! I want to say thank you to the company for providing me with an environment to develop skills and gain hands-on knowledge about the industry. I am also very thankful to have continued to have this opportunity during a global pandemic and so much uncertainty.”

“As a repeat intern, I can wholeheartedly attest to the invaluable and informative experience I've had with Colortech. I have been afforded numerous opportunities to understand the intricacies of various departments and technologies. Additionally, my knowledge of the plastics industry has expanded significantly, giving me a comprehensive view of the essential components that sustain the entire industry.

The unique journey Colortech has provided, from intern to a career in sales, has been an irreplaceable experience that I could not have found elsewhere."

Heidi Campbell
Sales Representative

“During my two co-op terms at Colortech, I gained hands-on experience in the plastics industry and masterbatch production. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment helped me strengthen my problem-solving and troubleshooting skills while deepening my understanding of how different plastic properties and additives influence processing parameters. The constant learning opportunities and engaging day-to-day challenges made the experience incredibly rewarding and inspired me to return for a second term - and ultimately, to join Colortech full-time.”

“During my co-op at Colortech, I really enjoyed diving into the plastics industry hands-on and applying what I’d learned in the classroom to real-life challenges. A key takeaway for me was learning to collaborate effectively with my coworkers to complete projects, which greatly improved how smoothly things ran. What motivated me to stay on full-time was the supportive environment at Colortech. The people I worked with made coming into work easy, and because I was able to use my co-op experience to transition seamlessly into a full-time engineering role, I felt like I found a place where I could grow and make an impact."

Anna Gargus
Quality Engineer

“Colortech was a wonderful opportunity to get my first exposure to a real-world application of what I was learning in the classroom. Every day was a new challenge and an opportunity to grow.

I want to thank everyone on the Colortech team for pushing me and encouraging me throughout my internships. I want to also thank Colortech leadership for the opportunity to pursue a career here, especially after the challenges of graduating in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Joseph Swann
Sales Representative

"Last summer I had the opportunity to explore the world of polymer additives and masterbatching as an intern. Thanks to the hands-on experience I gained, as well as the patience, encouragement, and mentorship from the entire Colortech team, I was able to return in a full-time position."

Laila Peery
Technical Services Representative Trainee