2027 Intern- Chemical Engineering

Westlake; Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a chemical engineering intern for the PEM plant locations in the United States. The role supports project work under mentor supervision, with opportunities to observe departments, perform day-to-day tasks, and contribute to safety and environmental programs.

Candidates must be in at least their second year of college, majoring in Chemical Engineering, with a 3.0+ GPA and US work authorization without sponsorship. Travel to plant locations and field experience may be included.

Qualifications

• Must have completed second year of college.
• Majoring in Chemical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work on assigned projects with close supervision of mentor/supervisor.
• Observe activities of the assigned department/unit.
• Assist mentor/supervisor in day-to-day tasks.
• Actively participate in Complex safety/environmental programs.
• Maintain intern work/activity journal.
• Present to management team.

Education

Second year of college

Chemical Engineering major

GPA 3.0 or higher

US work authorization (no sponsorship)

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples’ lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

WORK LOCATIONS

Westlake United States PEM plant locations:

• Lake Charles, LA
• Plaquemine, LA
• Geismar, LA
• Longview, TX
• Natrium, WV
• Deer Park, TX
• Calvert City, KY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work on assigned projects with the close supervision of mentor/supervisor
• Observeactivities of the assigned department/unit
• Assist mentor/supervisor in day-to-day tasks
• Actively participate in Complex safety/environmental programs
• Maintain intern work/activity journal
• Presentation to management team

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed second year of college.
• Must be majoring in Chemical Engineering
• Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additionally, this position must make general decisions requiring judgement and perform activities requiring sustained concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

WORK LOCATION

Westlake United States PEM plant locations.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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