Biotech Process Engineer Intern - On-Site, Hands-On Impact

Novonesis; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Process Engineering Intern to join our on-site team in Wausau, WI for a approximately 10-week program. You will analyze manufacturing data, support across fermentation and finished goods, and work with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in engineering with a 3.0+ GPA, in sophomore standing or higher, and able to arrange housing and transportation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Food, Biochemical, Biological, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Sophomore standing or higher at the time of application.
• Ability to arrange housing and transportation.
• Interest in manufacturing, biotechnology, and process improvement.

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 and outcomes to site leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

Food Engineering

Biochemical Engineering

Biological Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Related technical discipline

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Process Engineering Intern to join our on-site team in Wausau, WI for a approximately 10-week program. You will analyze manufacturing data, support across fermentation and finished goods, and work with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in engineering with a 3.0+ GPA, in sophomore standing or higher, and able to arrange housing and transportation.