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Our Chemical Engineering graduate programs take advantage of the cutting-edge research and technology at Carnegie Mellon through project work and graduate-level courses. Our world-class curricula provide students with skills and technical depth relevant for a variety of careers.

Graduates of our master's programs excel at numerical methods for solving engineering problems, computational fluid mechanics and transport, process simulation, and optimization.

Our Ph.D. students become independent researchers equipped to apply chemical engineering principles and advanced analytical and experimental techniques to solve open-ended problems.

Kanika Suri

"I had the opportunity to work at the forefront of chemical and bioengineering research in Kathryn Whitehead's lab, which provided the perfect platform to launch my career in drug delivery research and development. Moreover, the exceptional career development team at CMU prepared me for the real world, covering everything from crafting a compelling resume, to delivering the perfect elevator pitch, to networking."

Kanika Suri, MS, fall 2015

Application deadlines

Fall term:

Ph.D. - December 15
Master's - January 31

Spring term:

Ph.D. and Master's - September 1

Chemical engineering job opportunities for graduates (in Handshake)

Mechanical Engineer - Atomic Layer Deposition at Kurt J. Lesker Company

Employer: Kurt J. Lesker Company Expires: 01/23/2026 Are you an experienced mechanical engineer passionate about cutting-edge thin film deposition techniques? Do you thrive on creativity and enjoy a wide degree of latitude? Join our company in the Process Equipment Division (PED) as a Mecha...

Job created on: Jul 23 at 7:58 PM

Bilingual Real Estate Rental Agents at East Coast Realty

Employer: East Coast Realty Expires: 01/30/2026 About this JobMarket available properties to prospective clients. Match clients with apartments that meet their needs and show these apartments to them. Act as intermediary between clients and landlords throughout the application and leasing p...

Job created on: Jul 30 at 6:11 PM

Business Development Representative at Uncountable

Employer: Uncountable Expires: 01/31/2026 Business Development Representatives "BDRs" are the tip of the spear and one of the most essential pieces in a successful sales team. We will guide you in finding success as an BDR and help you continue to grow as a sales professional! You will have...

Job created on: Jul 11 at 8:33 PM

Data Center Technician at Range

Employer: Range Expires: 02/14/2026 JOB SUMMARY: Under the oversight of the Operations Manager and the Data Center Supervisor, the Data Center Technician is responsible to provide professional services to our internal and external customers. Duties this role performs include administration,...

Job created on: Aug 14 at 10:10 PM

Product Development Intern – Summer 2026 at Henkel

Employer: Henkel Expires: 02/27/2026 To apply for this internship, you must complete the application form through Henkel’s career site.  At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like ...

Job created on: Sep 02 at 9:09 PM

Engineering Intern, Food Manufacturing (French Fries) at Lamb Weston

Employer: Lamb Weston Expires: 04/30/2026 Company: Lamb WestonInternship: Engineering InternLocation: Tri-Cities, WA (Richland/Pasco/Kennewick) Internship Program Overview:Participate in a paid internship program built around your career goals and hands-on projects that impact the organizat...

Job created on: Aug 14 at 9:20 PM

Inside Sales Engineer at Control Associates, Inc.

Employer: Control Associates, Inc. Expires: 05/11/2026 Inside Sales Engineer - Final Control | Class of 2026 New Graduate ProgramLaunch Your Engineering Career in Industrial Automation!Ready to put your engineering degree to work solving real-world problems? Control Associates is seeking am...

Job created on: Aug 15 at 4:34 PM

Intern, BAW R&D Integration (9322) at Qorvo

Employer: Qorvo Expires: 05/30/2026 Qorvo’s Internship Program is designed for college students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program. Qorvo offers real work experience, exposure to upper management, and the opportunity to pursue full time opportunities, a...

Job created on: Aug 30 at 2:01 PM

Cedar Bay Camp Summer Crew at Cedar Bay Camp & Retreat Center

Employer: Cedar Bay Camp & Retreat Center Expires: 05/30/2026 Crew Discipleship MinistryOur Summer Crew Discipleship Program is an 11-week ministry opportunity for young adults, ages 18-25, to serve our guest families alongside our camp staff, and invest in their journey of faith. We desire...

Job created on: Aug 03 at 6:16 PM

CADD Drafter/GIS Technician at 6Guns, LLC

Employer: 6Guns, LLC Expires: 06/01/2026 Qualifications:Those who are interested in working as a CADD Drafter/GIS Technician must meet the following requirements: - Be in good academic standing (2.75GPA desired, minimum 2.0 GPA) - Be studying Math, Science, Engineering, Drafting, or Surveyi...

Job created on: Jun 30 at 4:46 PM

Civil/Construction Engineer (Full-Time) at Advance Testing Company, Inc.

Employer: Advance Testing Company, Inc. - RESUME COLLECT Expires: 06/04/2026 Advance Testing Company, Inc. Civil Engineering / Construction Based Full Time Employment Opportunities 2025-2026Employee start dates: 2025-2026 (6 start dates)JanuaryMarchMayJulyAugustSeptemberVisit us at: www.adv...

Job created on: Jun 05 at 4:51 PM

Physics Teaching Fellows at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Phys...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:27 PM

Elementary School Associate Teachers at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for Associate/Assist...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:43 PM

Spanish Language Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Span...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:33 PM

English Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Engl...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 3:47 PM

Economics Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Econ...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:13 PM

K-12 Teaching Opportunities at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a Teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for Associate/Assist...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:47 PM

Mandarin Language Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Mand...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:18 PM

History / Social Studies Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Hist...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:35 PM

Humanities Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Huma...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:16 PM

Computer Science Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Comp...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:04 PM

Science Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level scie...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 3:59 PM

French Language Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Fren...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 3:52 PM

Math Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level Math...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:40 PM

Science Teaching Fellow at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Want to be a teacher? Educator’s Ally helps aspiring and early career educators find positions in K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting schools throughout the country with their searches for entry level scie...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:38 PM

Admissions Associate at Educator's Ally

Employer: Educator's Ally Expires: 07/31/2026 Admissions Fellow/Associate  Educator’s Ally (EA) is a highly personalized search and placement agency connecting educators, administrators, and senior leaders with K-12 private and independent schools nationwide. We are currently assisting scho...

Job created on: Aug 05 at 4:20 PM

Nuclear Power Officer College Program at U.S. Navy

Employer: U.S. Navy - Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Expires: 08/10/2026 The most powerful energy sources in the world need the most powerful minds behind them. As a Nuclear Reactors Engineer or Submarine Officer, you’ll be responsible for researching, designing, maintaining, operating an...

Job created on: Aug 11 at 4:40 PM

Marketing Internship at Transform Rehabilitation

Employer: Transform Rehabilitation Expires: 12/31/2029 Our growing, privately-owned physical therapy and wellness company would like to bring on a Marketing Intern/Sales Representative. The successful candidate will be enrolled full-time in a major university or college and studying marketi...

Job created on: Jan 04 at 4:13 PM


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The CMU Rales Fellows Program is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of STEM leaders by removing financial barriers to obtaining advanced degrees and providing Fellows with holistic support. Applicants must be US citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients, and applying to an eligible science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) graduate degree program on Carnegie Mellon University's Pittsburgh campus.

Read about Abraham Polanco, a chemical engineering Ph.D. student in the inaugural cohort of CMU Rales Fellows.

Learn more about the CMU Rales Fellows Program for master's and Ph.D. students.

Nicholas Lamson outside in the snow holding a neon green sled

"The culture of collegiality sets the program apart. CMU ChemE fosters a supportive, enterprising, and lively atmosphere between faculty, postdoc researchers, grad students, undergrads, and staff. Likewise, the community brings together researchers from a variety of sub-fields to enable a cross-flow of ideas. The people from whom I could solicit training on cutting-edge research techniques, or to whom I could give advice on intricate biomodelling systems, were the same people with whom I went to dinner or sledding on a Friday afternoon."

Nicholas Lamson, Ph.D., spring 2019