Summer 2026 Internship Program - Maintenance Engineering - Freeport, TX
About The Position
If you’re looking to grow your network and gain new skills within a global company, an internship with dsm-firmenich could be the program for you. Our summer internships provide students with opportunities to work on real business projects and gain invaluable professional experience. As an intern, you’ll have exposure to many different areas of global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients organization that works with some of the biggest brands in the world, along with opportunities to network with your peers and leadership. From engaging events to mentoring opportunities and valuable resume-building experiences, we’re committed to preparing you for a fulfilling and enduring career, both at dsm-firmenich and beyond. We are currently looking for an Engineering, Maintenance Intern, at our Freeport, Texas office. . The 2026 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026. Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Join our Manufacturing & Technology team in the Nutritional Products Business Group as an intern and gain invaluable professional experience. You will be assisting in estimation / design / engineering in conjunction with Project Engineers capital project implementation. This site formulates products to a higher value for sale to external customers globally. Enhance your skills and contribute to real projects that have visibility across Operations through a Summer internship. Come discover all we have to offer!
Requirements
- Currently working on completion of a Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering or related field.
- Candidates must be available to work full-time on-site beginning on June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.
- Must have excellent math, oral / written communication, interpersonal, trouble shooting, time management, and problem solving skills
- Ability to learn/comprehend engineering documents, drawings, and technical data.
- Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist engineers to initiate, implement and follow-through for the successful completion of new processes or strengthening of existing processes.
- Build data driven dashboards to collect KPI from different platforms to monitor performances
- Provide support in interface between production and engineering functions related to ongoing processes and conditions to achieve maximum quality and output.
- Collect data and analyze; generate sound and clear recommendations and conclusions.
- Transfer of knowledge to manufacturing staff to aid in training efforts.
- Support development of equipment and instrumentation systems to achieve improvements in productivity, yield and/or operating cost.
- Develop and revise engineering and production documentation such as standard operating procedures and flow diagrams as needed.
Benefits
- Opportunities for students to develop skills and expand their professional connections within a company where sustainability is not just a slogan but is at the core of our strategy and purpose. We strive to create inclusive communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. Additionally, we provide an environment that encourages curiosity and an open mindset, allowing for personal and professional growth. Together, we can learn from one another to drive progress and create a better future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
