Intern, Process Engineering

The AZEK Company•Wilmington, OH

17h•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This internship aims to provide practical process engineering experience by supporting manufacturing improvement projects. Key areas of focus include lubricant reduction, material and equipment trials, downtime analysis, predictive reporting, and other operational priorities. The intern will develop skills in project ownership, troubleshooting, and data analysis while contributing to measurable plant performance improvements. By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to complete assigned projects with clear documentation and results, demonstrate consistent attendance, initiative, accountability, and self-direction, use engineering analysis and plant-floor observations to identify and support process improvements, and present project progress, findings, and recommendations to technical and operational stakeholders.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Engineering or a related discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising junior or rising senior).
Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Plastics, Manufacturing, Industrial, or a related engineering discipline.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated and able to work independently while seeking guidance when needed.
Hands-on interest in manufacturing processes, trials, and continuous improvement.
Clear written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Monitor material usage and support opportunities to reduce consumption.
Assist with trials involving new materials and equipment, including preparation, data collection, and follow-up documentation.
Support manufacturing troubleshooting and improvement activities as priorities are defined.
Assist with downtime tracking and participate in Gemba observations to identify recurring losses and improvement opportunities.
Organize and analyze operating data using Microsoft Office and Minitab.
Support automation of predictive reporting to improve visibility to process performance and emerging issues.
Own assigned workstreams from planning through completion, with regular progress updates and documented results.
Support a capstone project defined closer to the internship; a potential focus is evaluating removal of bottom capping on fascia and riser products.
Prepare a final presentation summarizing the problem, analysis, actions, results, and recommended next steps.