Chemical Engineer Intern - Remote Process Design & Optimization

CITGO Petroleum Corporation; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options where eligible

9/80 schedule option

Paid vacation time

Company-paid holidays

Excellent 401(k) match

Pension plan

Performance incentive

Educational assistance

Job summary

CITGO Petroleum Corporation invites motivated students to join our Chemical Engineer internship program at our Lemont, IL facility (or nearby Downers Grove) for a 12-week summer term. You will learn refinery processes, engage in feasibility studies, and contribute to project evaluations under senior engineers.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional growth, with a paid stipend and a final presentation summarizing experiences and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in accredited Electrical Engineering bachelor’s program; sophomore status.
• GPA 3.0 or above.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week for 12 weeks.
• Valid driver’s license.
• TWIC eligibility as per sector requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feasibility studies and economic analysis of projects.
• Support process design and equipment specification tasks.
• Review drawings and technical data for consistency with policies.
• Prepare end-of-internship summary and presentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Electrical Engineering bachelor’s program

Sophomore status

Job description

CITGO Petroleum Corporation invites motivated students to join our Chemical Engineer internship program at our Lemont, IL facility (or nearby Downers Grove) for a 12-week summer term. You will learn refinery processes, engage in feasibility studies, and contribute to project evaluations under senior engineers.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional growth, with a paid stipend and a final presentation summarizing experiences and outcomes.