Reliability Engineering Co-op (May-Dec) - Indianapolis, IN

Ingredion • Indianapolis, IN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Ingredion is hiring a Reliability Engineering Co-op to work onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana, from May through December 2027. The co-op offers an opportunity to learn about manufacturing, corn wet milling and refining processes, reliability engineering, and emerging technologies used in manufacturing. The co-op will work with operations and maintenance teams to understand processes and support improvement of maintenance systems and equipment reliability.

Candidates should be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program and have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. The position does not offer work visa sponsorship or OPT/CPT placement. Undergraduates must have completed at least two years of coursework and be a sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior. The position requires availability for 40 hours per week during the summer internship term. Compensation is $22–$26 per hour; housing stipends are offered to students relocating 51 or more miles from the work location. Relocation is available within the country.

The co-op program includes career exploration, networking, and professional development activities, an intern mentor, involvement in Business Resource Groups, and access to the employee recognition and discount programs. Ingredion describes its workplace as committed to inclusion and equal opportunity, and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. AI-enabled tools may support resume screening and interview scheduling, with AI-assisted decisions reviewed by the Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program.
• Undergraduate students must have completed at least two years of coursework and have sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior status.
• Possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship and OPT/CPT placement are not offered.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer internship term.
• Ability to learn and understand operational, maintenance, and reliability processes.
• Strong technical communication, critical thinking, and data analytics skills.
• Proactive mindset and desire to learn and implement new technologies in condition-based monitoring and manufacturing, such as sensors and AI.

Nice To Haves

• Progress toward a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred; Chemical Engineering will also be considered.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 is preferred.
• Self-motivation and a proactive approach to improving equipment and operational performance.
• Enjoyment of learning about equipment and new technologies, and willingness to use both hands-on and computer skills.
• Knowledge of SAP as it pertains to maintenance and operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with operations and maintenance teams to learn and understand processes.
• Drive continuous improvement of maintenance systems by developing criticality-based equipment strategies and routes, including preventive maintenance and condition monitoring.
• Evaluate and provide recommendations for preventive maintenance optimization.
• Facilitate and support root cause analysis of underperforming equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on degree program ($22–$26 per hour).
• Housing stipends for students relocating 51 or more miles from the Ingredion work location.
• Internship program events and activities focused on career exploration, networking, and professional development, including an annual Capstone Summit.
• Intern mentor program.
• Involvement in Business Resource Groups.
• Employee recognition program with personalized rewards.
• Employee discount program for products, services, and travel.
• Full-time benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern