Plant Engineering Intern - Summer

Position: Plant Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Location: Big Stone City

ABOUT POETAt POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

PERKSA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually'Family-first' culture

On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES The Plant Engineering Intern works closely with the Plant Manager and the Maintenance Manager to maximize efficiencies of plant operations while optimizing plant run time. The Plant Engineering Intern troubleshoots and identifies process needs to maintain production levels and assists in the development of predictive and preventative maintenance programs.

This is an on-site role located in Big Stone, SD. Some or all of the following projects/research/initiatives relating to plant operations may be assigned throughout the duration of the internship:

Efficiencies Maintenance Process  Optimization Operations Compile  & Analyze data Location-specific research

Environmental Compliance

Additional responsibilities include:

Work with the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager on operation/troubleshooting issues, as well as efforts to review and enhance predictive maintenance programs.

Work with the maintenance department and outside vendors to assist in the ongoing development of the preventative maintenance program. The Plant Engineering Intern will determine applicable equipment, necessary tools, and required inspection frequencies.

Work with the management team to further strengthen and develop plant operating procedures.

Maintain confidentiality relating to projects and processes.

Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.

Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.

Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.

Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

The POET Never Satisfied Internship openings are for Summer 2027. We post Internships in early September with the intention of having interns selected by November 1st.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS High school diploma or equivalent, required.

Junior or Senior-level student enrolled full-time at an accredited 4-year college/university pursuing a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering.

Must be able to work a variety of shifts, minimum of 40 hours/week.

Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills, as well as the ability to adapt to change

Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new programs.

Bonus points:

familiarity or experience with DCS control and DCS historian systems A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVEHigh level of personal integrity

Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization

Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to embrace and promote change

Innovative mindset

Ability to think objectively

Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty

Ability to work in a team environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:

Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.

Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.

Opening valves.

Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.

Data entry while seated for…