Chemical Engineering Intern - Renewable Fuels/Natural Gas

Kimley-Horn; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Bonuses

Family benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking Chemical Engineering students for our Frisco, Texas office. This internship is not remote, offering hands-on experience with multidisciplinary teams on environmental, renewable energy, and process projects.

Responsibilities include data collection, calculations, and delivering client-ready analyses using standard software. You will learn regulatory considerations and develop professional communication through mentoring and field exposure.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree in Chemical Engineering or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Use technical software to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for clients.
• Support project teams with chemical engineering tasks, data collection, calculations, documentation, and coordination across disciplines.
• Solve problems, assist project managers, and collaborate to realize clients’ visions for infrastructure.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Chemical or related majors)

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for Chemical Engineering students to join our Frisco, Texas (TX) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
• Supports project teams with foundational chemical engineering work, data collection, calculations, documentation, process evaluation, and multidisciplinary coordination across chemical/process, treatment, environmental, renewable energy, and industrial systems projects.
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Participate in field observations, facility walks, site visits, and team meetings as needed.
• Develop technical judgment, software proficiency, and professional communication skills through project work and mentoring.

Qualifications

• In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical, Biological, Biosystems, Civil, or Agricultural Engineering
  • Engineering Technology

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.