Chemical Engineer 6-Month Co-Op - 2027

Olin Chemicals; Saraland (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Olin Chemicals in McIntosh, AL is offering a Chemical Engineer 6-Month Co-Op. This program runs January-June or June-December and targets hands-on project leadership and process improvement in a live manufacturing environment.

As a participant, you will lead at least three projects, support operations to optimize daily performance, help resolve plant issues, and contribute to turnarounds and P&IDs updates. Housing stipend is available.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate Chemical Engineering program.
• GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; transcript required.
• Sophomore year completed before first rotation.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during rotation; not eligible for virtual work.
• Must obtain a TWIC credential and possess a valid US driver's license.
• Olin does not provide visa sponsorship; must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead a minimum of three hands-on projects throughout the term.
• Assist Operations team in optimizing daily operations and process performance.
• Assist with resolving plant issues and driving improvements.
• Participate in plant turnarounds, update P&IDs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Full-time availability 40 hours/week

TWIC credential

US driver's license

Education

Undergraduate Chemical Engineering degree

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Title

Chemical Engineer 6-Month Co-Op (January-June or June-December)

Location

McIntosh, AL

Salary

$30.00 / hour

Housing Stipend

Available

Focus

The Chemical Engineering Co-Op supports maintenance and production to develop and implement new or improved chemical manufacturing processes. This role can serve as the engineering representative on small capital projects including justification, obtaining approval, ordering, and installation processes and equipment.

What You'll Do

• Lead a minimum of three hands-on projects throughout the term, to be defined at the beginning of the rotation based on department and business need.
• Assist Operations team optimizing daily operations and process performance to run a low cost, on specification, reliable, productive operation.
• Assist with resolving plant issues, driving improvements, and sharing knowledge to strengthen the performance of the team.
• Participate in plant turnarounds, update P&IDs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Chemical Engineering degree program.
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be required each term. Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours a week during normal business hours) during rotation; Not eligible for virtual work.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license.
• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Company Culture & Opportunities

Olin is ALL IN: At Olin, students don't just observe - they contribute. We cultivate diverse experiences and career-building opportunities uniquely designed to help you flourish in your career. Many of our previous college recruits have grown to become plant leaders, supply chain directors, and commercial gurus. Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering individuals to make an impact both at work and in their surrounding communities. Olin is ALL IN on developing future talent and our commitment to operate with integrity every day, in every way, and by every employee in our company.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.