Chemical Engineer Intern

Heidelberg Materials; Fleetwood (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) retirement with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America offers a chemical engineering internship designed to provide hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. You will work on projects that support operational excellence, process improvement, safety and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities include analyzing production data, supporting process improvements and assisting with troubleshooting while collaborating with production, maintenance and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze data and identify trends in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Analyze production data and prepare reports to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
• Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment performance issues.
• Participate in safety, environmental, and quality initiatives across the operation.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement practical engineering solutions.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (in progress)

Job description

Line of Business: Cement & White

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

We are seeking a motivated Chemical Engineering Intern to join our team. This internship provides hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment, offering opportunities to work alongside industry professionals while contributing to projects that support operational excellence, process improvement, safety, and sustainability initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Analyze production data and prepare reports to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
• Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment performance issues.
• Participate in safety, environmental, and quality improvement initiatives across the operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement practical engineering solutions.

What Are We Looking For

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and apply engineering principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Demonstrated initiative, organization, and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and learning in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a combination of office, laboratory, and industrial plant settings.
• Regular interaction with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering personnel.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, varying temperatures, dust, noise, and other industrial conditions.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and required when working in operational areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
  • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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