Summer 2026 Operations Intern

Your Job

As an Operations Intern you will work with our operations team on projects to improve efficiency and up time while learning new skills that will prepare you for future roles.

At Koch, we believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in.

As an intern, or new graduate there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard and gain real experience within our companies.

Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today!

Our Team

At Koch Industries, our mission is to help people improve their lives by making and innovating valuable products and services.

But Koch Industries isn't just Koch.

We have a variety of companies that work in many industries and create thousands of essential products that you use every day.

Industry leaders like Georgia-Pacific, INVISTA, and Guardian manufacture many of the materials that go into your home.

We even have companies who create transformative technology and fuel transportation, like Infor, Molex and Flint Hills Resources!

What You Will Do

As an Operations Intern you will work with our operations team on projects to improve efficiency and up time while learning new skills that will prepare you for future roles.

Previous interns have worked on various projects within one of our facilities including:


* Assist operators with inspecting equipment, processing, and collecting data, performing reliability-based equipment care tasks, collecting samples and quality testing product.


* Support the operations of the plant to safely produce, store, and ship product by completing safety and environmental checks, while contributing to a culture of personal and collective safety, accountability, and environmental compliance.


* Partner with other operators, maintenance, and engineering to troubleshoot or repair equipment or plant issues.


* Improve Operations work efficiency by identifying opportunities, develop plans, and implementing solutions


* Learn the Fertilizer Manufacturing process and gain experience in training towards Area Certifications

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Currently enrolled in, or a graduate of a relevant degree, certificate, or workforce training program


* Willingness to work in an industrial environment which includes working both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather Working both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather


* Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship


* Ability to meet physical requirements of the role such as:



* Climbing stairs, ladders, and working at heights


* Required to wear any or all of the following PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, acid suits, breathing air, gloves, safety boots, respirators, and encapsulated suits.

PPE use is in accordance with the Job Safety ...