What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Intern: Process Engineering position at ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)?
Description
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
About The Experience
ofi’s internship program is a great way to gain relevant experience and jump-start your career. You will work closely with exceptional talent, building on ofi’s purpose to “Be the Change for Good Food and a Healthy Future” and contributing to critical work for the business. As a Summer 2026 Intern, you will learn and contribute to a global organization, build a robust network, demonstrate leadership skills, and have some fun along the way.
This internship will provide an opportunity to work for a global food company and develop an understanding of the equipment and processes that contribute to new product development and process optimization.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Process Engineering Intern will learn about the chilis business as they contribute developing the next generation of food processing at ofi. They will conduct research and analysis to support and streamline process improvement as well as work hands-on with our factory and engineering teams.
An ideal candidate should enjoy learning about food processing technology and getting hands-on with data collection & analysis. A good fit would be an individual who is a good collaborator with a high level of curiosity, a drive to improve equipment and process designs, and keen attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
At ofi, we don’t just offer internships, we provide an engaging summer intern experience built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.
About The Experience
ofi’s internship program is a great way to gain relevant experience and jump-start your career. You will work closely with exceptional talent, building on ofi’s purpose to “Be the Change for Good Food and a Healthy Future” and contributing to critical work for the business. As a Summer 2026 Intern, you will learn and contribute to a global organization, build a robust network, demonstrate leadership skills, and have some fun along the way.
This internship will provide an opportunity to work for a global food company and develop an understanding of the equipment and processes that contribute to new product development and process optimization.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Process Engineering Intern will learn about the chilis business as they contribute developing the next generation of food processing at ofi. They will conduct research and analysis to support and streamline process improvement as well as work hands-on with our factory and engineering teams.
An ideal candidate should enjoy learning about food processing technology and getting hands-on with data collection & analysis. A good fit would be an individual who is a good collaborator with a high level of curiosity, a drive to improve equipment and process designs, and keen attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with factory operations teams to collect process data and perform analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
- Collect and analyze production and trial data; provide observations and recommendations to the project team.
- Conduct mass balance and analyze flow for maximum output
- Update process flow diagrams based on findings
- Establish baseline data and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to support process improvements.
- Perform waste reduction analysis to support operational efficiency
- Present project results, recommendations, and implementation summaries to leadership at the end of the internship.
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering or related program.
- Proficient skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Foundational understanding of engineering software or simulation tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS, or ProSIM
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in team environments
- Strong interest to learn about food processing and technology
- Travel may be required depending on project needs up to 25%
At ofi, we don’t just offer internships, we provide an engaging summer intern experience built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!
- Hands-on Experience – contribute to high impact projects at a global organization
- Professional development – continuous learning & development opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to leadership and cross functional teams.
- Inclusive Culture – join a diverse global team that values curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability – bring your authentic self to work every day.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]
At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.