Biotech Process Engineer Intern - Hands-On Manufacturing

Novonesis; Franklinton (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis in Franklinton, NC is offering a Process Engineering Intern position to gain hands-on experience at a leading biotech manufacturing facility. You will work with production, quality, and engineering teams to analyze data, assist with process improvements, and support ongoing optimization projects.

You will develop engineering calculations and technical reports, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and present findings to site leadership as part of continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical, Biochemical, Biological, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA and sophomore standing or higher.
• Ability to arrange housing and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing data and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Support operations across fermentation, recovery, granulation, and finished goods areas.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities and root-cause investigations.
• Assist with process optimization projects and production trials.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, and documentation.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, quality teams, and production leaders.
• Present project findings, recommendations, and outcomes to site leadership.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Manufacturing & biotech interest

Independent with project duties

Communication & collaboration

Office & industrial environment

Organization & attention to detail

GPA 3.0+

Education

Chemical/Biochemical/Biological/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering (pursuing)

Sophomore or higher

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Novonesis in Franklinton, NC is offering a Process Engineering Intern position to gain hands-on experience at a leading biotech manufacturing facility. You will work with production, quality, and engineering teams to analyze data, assist with process improvements, and support ongoing optimization projects.

You will develop engineering calculations and technical reports, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and present findings to site leadership as part of continuous improvement efforts.