Process Engineering Intern

Ingredion • Winston-Salem, NC

110d • $22 - $31

About The Position

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. We are seeking a motivated student to hire for our Process Engineering Internship opportunity. You will be responsible for completing several small process engineering projects. You will also be applying concepts learned in engineering and engineering-related classes to applications in the field.

Requirements

• Progress towards a Bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 preferred.
• Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term.
• Ability to learn/understand the corn wet milling process, and the systems and principles involved in its operation.
• Ability to tackle problems, identify improvement opportunities, implement action plans and follow-up to ensure results.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information and prepare concisely written reports.
• Proven analytical problem solving, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Experience with PC Applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for personal safety as well as the safety of any contractors working on projects with a goal of completing projects with zero safety or environmental incidents.
• Attend daily leadership team meetings and monthly safety meetings.
• Manage small capital projects for concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal, purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure while continuously supporting improvements and initiatives to better the projects.
• Identify growth and cost savings projects to give directly to the productivity and costs associated with manufacturing.
• Build an environment conducive to teamwork with other specialists and employees.
• Produce and give effective presentations.

Benefits

• Total Rewards Package - competitive hourly salary based on your degree program.
• Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location.
• Internship Program Events & Activities - programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development.
• Intern Mentor Program - pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion's culture.
• Involvement in Ingredion's Business Resource Groups - integral part to Ingredion's Inclusion & Belonging strategy.
• Employee Recognition Program - a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally.
• Employee Discount Program - provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree