27 Intern | US | Process Engr

Bechtel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation offers a U.S. Summer Internship Program in Process Engineering with a structured 10‑week experience. Interns work in multi‑disciplinary teams on large‑scale chemical facilities, gaining hands‑on experience and professional development.

Assignments span various GBUs and locations in the USA. Candidates must be enrolled in a four‑year B.S. program in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, with relocation/travel willingness and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four‑year B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
• Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies in one of the above fields.
• Eligibility to work in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• Preferred: Currently enrolled in a Master of Science degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; strong GPA; excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Determining the sequence of operations and the selection of equipment and operating conditions to convert a feedstock into products.
• Generating Process Flow Diagrams, Heat and Material Balances, and Process Datasheets.
• Designing the relief system.
• Supporting downstream design disciplines to maintain process design intent.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Undergraduate studies (1+ year)

MS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: Limited (e.g. Development Assignment)
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA
• Hourly Range: $23.98 - $30.59 (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant. A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.)

Requisition ID: 297670

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Program Overview

Bechtel's U.S. Summer Internship Program provides students with an opportunity to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience while working alongside industry professionals on projects and initiatives that impact communities around the world. The program is a structured 10‑week summer experience, typically held from mid‑June through mid‑August, designed to help students translate classroom learning into practical application through challenging assignments, professional development activities, and exposure to Bechtel's global business.

Interns are treated as valuable members of the team and are assigned work that contributes directly to business objectives. Throughout the internship, participants are encouraged to build technical and professional skills, expand their industry knowledge, and develop relationships with leaders and peers across the organization.

The internship experience combines real project work, professional development programming, networking opportunities, executive speaker sessions, mentorship, and end‑of‑program presentations to help students gain a deeper understanding of their chosen career path while exploring future opportunities with Bechtel.

Work Location & Assignments

Opportunities are available across Bechtel's Global Business Units (GBU) and functional organizations. Final assignment location, business unit placement, and specific responsibilities will be determined based on business needs, candidate qualifications, and organizational priorities.

Assignments may be located in a project field environment, regional office, or corporate office setting depending on business needs. Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations.

Job Summary

Process Engineering Interns work in multi-disciplinary teams and provide support to the design of large-scale chemical manufacturing facilities and related processes.

Major Responsibilities

Process Engineering interns may be responsible for:

• Determining the sequence of operations and the selection of equipment and operating conditions required to convert a feedstock into products.
• Generating Process Flow Diagrams, Heat and Material Balances, and Process Datasheets.
• Designing the Relief System.
• Supporting disciplines to ensure that process design intent is maintained throughout the work of the downstream design disciplines.

Basic Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a four‑year Bachelor of Science degree program in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
• Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies in one of the above fields.
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the US without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master of Science degree program in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
• Completed relevant coursework with a strong GPA.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Total Rewards/Benefits

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