Job Title:
Summer 2027 P2-Production Engineer Intern
Summary:
As a Production Engineer Intern, you will play a key role in driving process improvements and identifying energy-saving opportunities within our Polymers 2 manufacturing area. This hands-on internship will give you exposure to real-world chemical manufacturing operations while working alongside experienced engineers and production professionals.
You will contribute to projects that improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance equipment reliability, and support the safe production of high-quality materials.
What you'd do
- Analyze production processes and identify opportunities to reduce material usage, improve efficiency, and lower operating costs.
- Track and evaluate solvent consumption data to help optimize cleanup procedures and minimize waste.
- Use statistical tools and process data to establish performance standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support Lean Manufacturing activities, including visual management improvements and performance metric tracking.
- Assist with the development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, operating procedures, and safety documentation.
- Complete Lean Six Sigma Yellow or White Belt certification training.
- Participate in safety improvement projects focused on reducing workplace hazards and enhancing employee safety.
- Lead cross-functional teams of operators and engineers to identify and eliminate potential exposure risks within the manufacturing environment.
- Gain hands-on experience applying EHS principles in a large-scale chemical manufacturing facility.
- Develop tools, dashboards, and reports that improve communication, workforce planning, and operational visibility.
What they want
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong skills in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and process improvement projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
- The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
- The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August.
About Momentive
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future.
- Starts
- 2026-09-08