Process Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Henkel • Compton, CA

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About The Position

The Process Engineering Intern will gain hands-on experience in a chemical manufacturing environment within Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies business unit. The role supports innovation and process optimization initiatives to improve quality and efficiency while reducing cost. The intern will use management-of-change tools to execute changes, analyze process data to reduce variability, investigate deviations through root cause analysis, and help improve manufacturing instructions to support repeatable operations. The internship runs from May 24 through August 13, 2027. The role pays $25–$27 per hour and is eligible for a housing stipend or relocation support.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate student graduating in 2027, 2028, or 2029.
• Pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Take a hands-on approach and have a strong desire to learn and grow in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Support innovation and process optimization initiatives to improve quality and efficiency while reducing cost.
• Execute changes using management-of-change tools.
• Analyze data and process outputs to reduce variability.
• Investigate deviations using root cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support improvements to manufacturing instructions to ensure repeatable operations.

Benefits

• Housing stipend or relocation support.
• Access to Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses.
• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts, and sustainability ambassadors.
• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship.
• In-person and virtual social events with other Henkel interns.
• Potential invitation to return as an intern or join as a full-time employee.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed