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Job Description:
McIntosh, Alabama Summer 2026 Process Development Engineering Internship Program
Huntsman is hiring for our 2026 Summer Engineering Internship Program in the disciplines of Polymer Science/Chemical Engineering Field or Masters in Organic Chemistry.
Our summer intern program is tailored to individuals who are currently enrolled full-time students at an accredited four-year college or university. The internship runs from May to August - dependent on the school calendar. The goal of the Huntsman Intern Program is to provide a structured program that will equip interns with the skills and experience to help prepare for a successful career. The internship program will allow interns to apply knowledge learned in school to a real-world manufacturing or R&D setting, and gain insight into the operation of a multinational chemical company.
As an Engineering Intern you will:
- Assist in the development of Asset Life Plans, troubleshoot equipment failures, and identify corrective actions.
- Identify process improvement opportunities related to these troubleshooting efforts.
- Participate in the project scope and cost estimate development for projects assigned.
- Work with engineers and construction coordinators on installation, testing, and commissioning of newly installed devices.
- Assist with the troubleshooting of equipment in the field and provide technical support as needed.
- Participate in both onsite and offsite technical training opportunities.
- Be assigned small projects to lead from conception through completion.
- Attend project team meetings and report project status updates.
- Ensure compliance with all corporate procedures and guidelines. Ensure that the annual training required is completed on time.
- Full-time presence in the workplace is required. If applicable, the ability to work overtime may be needed to ensure required staffing capacity to meet daily production objectives.
- Work collaboratively with team members with different backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organization.
- Assists other employees in accomplishments of Huntsman company goals. Follow instructions and perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Full time college student at the Sophomore, Junior, or Senior level by the end of Spring 2026.
- Full time college student in the 2024, 2025, or 2026 graduating class.
- Must be currently enrolled at an accredited university seeking a Bachelor of Science degree in Polymer Science/Chemical Engineering Field of Masters in Organic Chemistry.
- Must have 3.0 or higher GPA.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card. Must be eligible to legally work in the US without sponsorship.
- Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in chemical plant manufacturing and analyses.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
- Able to build relationships across all organizational lines.
- Excellent computer skills; especially proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
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