Project Engineer Intern

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Koch Fertilizer Wever, LLC is looking for a 2027 Summer Project Engineering Intern to join our Engineering team in Wever, Iowa.

The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2027.

Our Team

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

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

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

Koch has been consistently selected as one of the top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S by WayUp.

What You Will Do



* Take on projects that are representative of the work our full-time project engineers do, gaining hands-on experience supporting capital and operational improvement projects.


* Review and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation, including Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), specifications, and equipment layouts.


* Support project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, and execution activities while partnering with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.


* Assist with the design, evaluation, and implementation of projects that improve safety, reliability, and operational performance.


* Manage individual project assignments and contribute to larger capital projects from concept through execution.


* Collaborate with experienced professionals to develop solutions, overcome challenges, and create value for the business

Physical Requirements



* Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.


* Bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds.


* Ability to climb straight ladders.

Some work may require heights in excess of 100 feet.


* Wearing industrial chemical plant uniforms and PPE as required.


* Confined space entry may be required.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, Chemical, or another related field


* Eligible for full-time employment before or by May 2029


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


* Willing and able to meet all physical requirements

What Will Put You Ahead



* Previous internship, co-op, research, or project experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, or industrial operations.


* Experience in project management, capital projects, construction, reliability, or process improvement initiatives.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs.

This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions.

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