Instrumentation, Controls, & Electrical (IC&E) Technician Intern - Summer 2026

Koch Fertilizer Wever, LLC is looking for a 2026 Summer Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician Intern to join our Maintenance team in Wever, Iowa. The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2026.

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!

When considering applying, candidates should consider those facilities in which they're willing to work for the duration of their time as an intern, in addition to where they'd be interested in receiving a full-time offer from, should they perform well.

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

What You Will Do

• Maintenance Strategy Implementation: Partner closely with our technicians to execute predictive and preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Learn Process Instrumentation: Expand your knowledge by working with advanced instrumentation and analyzers, including Pressure, Level, Flow, Temperature, pH, Conductivity, and ORP systems.
• Dive Into Control Systems: Assist with the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and mechanical repair of final control elements, and participate in stroke testing to ensure optimal performance. Gain exposure to Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) while supporting their maintenance and operation.
• Develop Your Technical Expertise: Learn to interpret and analyze key technical documents, including electrical schematics, loop drawings, dimensional layouts, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Explore High-Powered Systems: Build practical knowledge of electrical systems such as Switchgear, Motor Starters, MCCs, VFDs, Soft Starters, and 4,160-volt and 480-volt three-phase systems.
• Be Part of Commissioning & Start-Up: Engage in critical activities like instrument loop inspections, configuration, calibration, loop checks, and function testing that bring complex systems to life.
• Collaborate & Learn: Work closely with a supportive team of professionals who are invested in helping you succeed.

What You Will Gain

• Real-Life Engineering Experience: Get exposure to industry-standard tools, processes, and challenges that will prepare you for your future career.
• Mentorship: Work with seasoned professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping you grow.
• Career Development: Develop technical, analytical, and project management skills that will set you apart in the job market.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that matter and see the results of your contributions firsthand.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Enrolled in a technical associate degree (Industrial Controls, Electrical Maintenance, or related field preferred).
• Eligible for full-time employment by graduation date
• 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:

o Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

o Bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds.

o Ability to climb straight ladders. Some work may require heights in excess of 100 feet.

o Wearing industrial chemical plant uniforms and PPE as required.

o Confined space entry may be required.

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. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).