Process Engineering Co-op, Spring

Ingevity • Covington, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ingevity’s Engineering Co-op program gives students the opportunity to apply problem-solving and technical skills to improve safety, efficiency, reliability, and productivity in manufacturing environments. Co-ops contribute to real-world, value-added projects supporting production and project engineering, while helping improve processes and troubleshoot problems. Safety and teamwork are central to the role.

The program is structured around two to three rotations, averaging three to six months per term. Each term is typically separated by an academic term so students can apply engineering concepts in both academic and real-world settings. Candidates should be available for multiple terms and consult their academic advisor about program participation. This is an on-site, full-time position at Ingevity’s Covington plant. Co-ops typically work Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week, usually between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.; hours may vary for occasional project assignments and will be communicated by the manager. The Spring 2027 co-op is anticipated to start in January 2027.

The program offers hands-on experience in chemical and materials manufacturing, with a focus on process/project and production engineering; opportunities to solve technical challenges with a diverse team; mentorship and development with technical and industry experts; project leadership development; networking with industry leaders; and exposure to career opportunities across Ingevity’s businesses. Housing assistance is available to eligible candidates relocating more than 50 miles from their primary residence.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree-granting program with an Engineering major.
• Have completed at least one semester, quarter, or trimester of engineering coursework related to the major before starting the co-op.
• Have at least one semester, quarter, or trimester of academic study remaining after the co-op.
• Be available to complete at least two co-op terms, with one semester of study between them.
• Remain in good academic standing throughout the co-op experience.
• Must not now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, work experience, or academic/club leadership experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• A bachelor’s degree major in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Availability to complete three co-op rotations, each separated by a semester of study.

Responsibilities

• Apply problem-solving and technical skills to improve safety, efficiency, reliability, and productivity in manufacturing environments.
• Support production and project engineering through real-world, value-added projects.
• Innovate and improve processes and troubleshoot problems.
• Collaborate with teammates on technical challenges.

Benefits

• Housing assistance for eligible candidates relocating more than 50 miles from their primary residence.
• Hands-on engineering experience in chemical and materials manufacturing.
• Developmental and mentorship opportunities with technical and industry experts.
• Project leadership development.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders.
• Exposure to career opportunities across Ingevity’s lines of business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern