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We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.\nThe Process Engineering Intern will have the opportunity to apply engineering principles in a manufacturing environment while supporting process optimization, operational excellence, and safety initiatives. This hands-on role provides exposure to both laboratory and plant operations, allowing the intern to gain practical experience with chemical processes that convert raw materials into valuable products. The intern will work alongside engineers and operations teams to analyze process performance, support continuous improvement projects, and contribute to safe, efficient plant operations.\nAdditional housing stipend from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on work and candidate's location.\nKey Responsibilities\nConduct lab-scale and plant-scale testing to evaluate and improve chemical process performance.\nAnalyze process data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, product quality, and operational reliability.\nSupport optimization of unit operations such as mixing, filtration, heat transfer, crystallization, and separation processes.\nAssist with updating process documentation, including Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), standard operating procedures, and engineering specifications.\nPartner with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement continuous improvement solutions.\nParticipate in safety initiatives and help identify opportunities to improve plant safety and environmental performance.\nGain exposure to process design concepts, equipment operation, and manufacturing best practices within a chemical processing environment.\nQualifications\nPursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.\nRising sophomore, junior, senior, or master's student with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029. \nFundamental understanding of chemical engineering principles, including material and energy balances, fluid flow, heat transfer, and reaction processes.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data.\nCurious, self-motivated, and eager to learn in a manufacturing setting.\nStrong communication skills, including the ability to ask questions, share ideas, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.\nAble to work effectively in both independent and team environments.\nWhat You’ll Gain\nHands-on experience in a large-scale manufacturing environment\nExposure to real engineering challenges and business decisions\nMentorship from experienced engineers and plant leaders\nProfessional development and networking opportunities\nA culture that values safety, ownership, and continuous learning\nTotal Rewards\nStarting pay of $24.00/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system.\nWe offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:\nCompetitive Pay\nMultiple Healthcare plan choices\nDental and vision insurance\nA 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions\nShort- and Long-Term Disability\nLife, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans\nPaid holidays & vacation\nFloating days off\nParental leave for new parents\nEmployee resource groups\nLearning & development programs\nFun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future\nCareer Path & Culture\nPrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.\nPrimient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.\nDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging\nWe are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. 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