About the position
As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking a Process Engineer Intern for Summer 2025 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 27th, 2025. This internship will be based at our cement plant in Theodore, AL. As a Process Engineer Intern at our cement plant, you will gain valuable, hands-on experience in cement production and work closely with our team of experienced engineers and professionals. You will assist in optimizing cement production processes, including adjusting parameters and troubleshooting to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. You will monitor and control process variables such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates, using automated systems and manual techniques. Additionally, you will understand and support various mechanical, maintenance, and production operations within the plant. You will participate in sustainability and environmental impact assessments, working on projects aimed at reducing the plant's carbon footprint and improving resource efficiency. Collecting and analyzing data related to cement production, quality control, and environmental performance will also be part of your responsibilities. You will assist in monitoring and maintaining product quality through testing and inspecting raw materials and finished products, and help implement and monitor safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards. At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.
Responsibilities
- Assist in optimizing cement production processes, including adjusting parameters and troubleshooting to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Monitor and control process variables such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates, using automated systems and manual techniques.
- Understand and support various mechanical, maintenance, and production operations within the plant.
- Participate in sustainability and environmental impact assessments, working on projects aimed at reducing the plant's carbon footprint and improving resource efficiency.
- Collect and analyze data related to cement production, quality control, and environmental performance.
- Assist in monitoring and maintaining product quality through testing and inspecting raw materials and finished products.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
- Present learnings and contributions to the executive leadership team at the end of the internship.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Chemical Engineering or related field.
- Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
- Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
- A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
- Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.
Benefits
- Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
- Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
- Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
- Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.
