Bioprocess Operations Engineering Intern | Data & CI

POET; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multifaceted wellness program

On-site fitness centers or fitness-reb

Safety and cold-weather gear reimburse

Job summary

POET in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking an Operations Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. The role supports safe and efficient bioprocessing operations, analyzes data, creates reports, and suggests improvements.

On-site with opportunities to travel to facilities for training and meetings, you’ll work independently and with the operations team. Ideal candidates are engineering students (junior/senior) with strong organizational and communication skills, a basic grasp of MS Office, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to understand the technical and day-to-day operation of a bioprocessing facility.
• Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new programs.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Junior or senior level status majoring in an accredited Engineering program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operations oversight of POET bioprocessing facilities.
• Complete data analysis of process information.
• Recommend improvements to POET bioprocessing facilities’ processes.
• Develop implementation plans for continuous improvement projects.
• Travel to bioprocessing facilities for training, project analysis, and meetings.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain a team environment and champion POET in the community.
• Your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Technical understanding of bioprocess

MS Office basics and learning new apps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering major (junior or senior)

Job description

POET in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking an Operations Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. The role supports safe and efficient bioprocessing operations, analyzes data, creates reports, and suggests improvements.

On-site with opportunities to travel to facilities for training and meetings, you’ll work independently and with the operations team. Ideal candidates are engineering students (junior/senior) with strong organizational and communication skills, a basic grasp of MS Office, and the ability to