Chemical Engineering / Chemistry Intern (Pocatello, Idaho)

Simplot Company; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in Pocatello, Idaho, seeks a Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Intern to support mining operations and fertilizer production projects within the Mining & Manufacturing division. The role adapts to your Chemical Engineering or Chemistry track and offers hands-on experience in process development.

The internship is full-time, starting January 2027, with a preferred duration of at least eight months, and includes exposure to data collection, lab testing, and cross-facility

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a team.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine chemical engineering/chemistry tasks under close supervision.
• May use computer software and equipment for tasks.
• Assists with lab and pilot-scale testing indoors and outdoors.
• Collects and prepares data for evaluation.
• May coordinate projects from conception through final plan.
• Provides staff support as needed.
• Supports multiple facilities across the Mining & Manufacturing unit in CA, ID, Neveda, UT, WY

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Fast-paced

MS Office

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

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Chemical Engineering / Chemistry Intern (Pocatello, Idaho)

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

We currently have a Chemical Engineering / Chemistry Intern position in the Mining & Manufacturing department of Simplot. This role will be focused on supporting the mining of phosphate ore and production of phosphate and ammonia based fertilizers from the Frontier Building in Pocatello, ID. This role is expected to be involved with the development of new products/processes and refinements of existing processes. The role will be tailored depending on if the successful applicant is working towards a Chemical Engineering or Chemistry degree. The position is a full-time internship starting in January of 2027. The preference is for an internship lasting at least 8 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs routine aspects of chemical engineering / chemistry requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering / chemistry principles under close supervision
• May use computer-assisted software and equipment to perform engineering/chemistry tasks
• Assists with lab and pilot-scale testing and evaluation occurring both indoors and outdoors
• Collects and prepares data for evaluation.
• May assist in the coordination of projects from conception (feasibility) through final plan preparations
• Provides support to staff members as needed
• May provide support for multiple facilities across the Mining & Manufacturing business unit located in California, Idaho, Neveda, Utah, and Wyoming

Typical Education

Working toward a BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment
• Able to keep up in a fast paced work environment
• Fluent in Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel

Job Requisition ID:26616

Travel Required:Less than 10%

Country:United States

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.