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Process Engineering Intern; Summer ; Cedar Rapids, IA

Job in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52404, USA
Listing for: Ingredion Incorporated
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Quality Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Process Engineer, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 25 USD Hourly USD 18.00 25.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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. Submission for funding of projects as well as project status reports will be required.

Responsibilities
  • Being 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
  • Attending daily leadership team meetings and monthly safety meetings
  • Managing 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
  • Identifying growth and cost savings projects to give directly to the productivity and costs associated with manufacturing
  • Building an environment conducive to teamwork with other specialists and employees
  • Being able to produce and give effective presentations
Ideal Candidate
  • Are well-organized with leadership potential and have good communication, by having the ability to effect change through persuasion and reason and deal with ambiguity
  • Have proven the ability to work as a team member with a variety of people at all levels within the organization
  • Ability to deliver results in a very significant and energizing environment through multi-tasking, critical thinking, problem solving skills, and having an analytical mind
  • Are a self-starter with a strong work ethic that values high levels of integrity and authenticity with a dedicated and creative personality that wants to succeed
Qualifications
  • 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 principals 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 Power Point
  • Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day
Eligibility
  • Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
  • Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
  • Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s Degree Program.
  • If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
  • If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at
Relocation

Relocation Available:
No

Pay and Benefits

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

Equal Opportunity Statements

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our…

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