Electrical Engineering Intern: Hands-On Plant Projects

Westlake Chemical Corporation; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking an Electrical Engineering intern to contribute on assigned projects under the close supervision of a mentor or supervisor. The role involves observing departmental activities, assisting with day-to-day tasks, and actively participating in safety and environmental programs.

The intern will maintain an activity journal and present updates to the management team. Eligibility requires completion of at least two years of college, majoring in Electrical

Qualifications

• Must be majoring in Electrical Engineering and have completed at least the second year of college.
• GPA 3.0 or higher required.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work on assigned projects under close supervision of mentor/supervisor.
• Observe activities of the assigned department/unit.
• Assist mentor/supervisor in day-to-day tasks.
• Actively participate in safety/environmental programs.
• Maintain intern work/activity journal.
• Deliver presentations to management.

Skills

Electrical Engineering major

Education

Second year of college

GPA 3.0+

Job description

SUMMARY

WORK LOCATIONS

Westlake United States PEM plant locations:

• Lake Charles, LA
• Plaquemine, LA
• Geismar, LA
• Longview, TX
• Natrium, WV
• Deer Park, TX
• Calvert City, KY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work on assigned projects with the close supervision of mentor/supervisor
• Observeactivities of the assigned department/unit
• Assist mentor/supervisor in day-to-day tasks
• Actively participate in Complex safety/environmental programs
• Maintain intern work/activity journal
• Presentation to management team

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed second year of college.
• Must be majoring in Electrical Engineering
• Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additionally, this position must make general decisions requiring judgement and perform activities requiring sustained concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

WORK LOCATION

Westlake United States PEM plant locations.

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.