2027 Intern- Mechanical Engineering

Westlake Chemical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Westlake is offering an internship at its United States PEM plant locations. Interns will work on assigned projects under close supervision, observe department activities, assist in day-to-day tasks, and participate in safety and environmental programs, while maintaining a journal and presenting to management.

Applicants should have completed two years of college, be majoring in Mechanical Engineering, hold a 3.0+ GPA, and be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work on assigned projects with the 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.
• Presentation to management team.

Education

Second year of college

Mechanical Engineering major

GPA 3.0 or higher

Work eligibility in the United States without 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
• 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
• Presentation to management team

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed second year of college.
• Must be majoring in Mechanical 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

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.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer.

For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com.

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings.

Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com