Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Smithers-Oasis; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work environment

Networking opportunities

Manufacturing exposure

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Smithers-Oasis, a diverse global manufacturer, seeks a junior in college pursuing a chemical engineering degree to join the Corporate Technology team as an Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This on-site internship in Kent, OH offers hands-on foam testing, data entry, and collaborative foam modification projects.

The role emphasizes real-world manufacturing exposure, 40-hour weeks, and a 90-day duration, with a pay rate of $20/hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.
• Interest in learning through hands-on foam testing and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with foam sampling and testing.
• Data entry of test results.
• Assist with making test foams.
• Collaborate on ideas for foam modifications.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Education

Pursuing B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Who We Are:

Smithers-Oasis is a diverse global manufacturer and marketer of floral foam and design media, floral accessories, postharvest products, cellular growing media, temperature control packaging, medical impression foam, and custom foams for specialized applications. We have operations in over 20 countries. Established in 1954, our business divisions include OASIS Floral Products, Floralife Postharvest Products, Design Master, OASIS Grower Solutions, Temprecision International, Medical Impression Foam, and Engineered Products.

Our employees make a difference by helping:

• People express and experience emotion by adding value to flowers and plants.
• Doctors find solutions to painful foot problems.
• Bring life-saving medicine and vaccines to people that need them.
• Farmers in the field, and hydroponic growers, to feed the world.

At Smithers-Oasis, we are committed to quality and innovation. We are proud to collaborate with our communities to create longstanding, supportive partnerships and customer satisfaction.

To learn more about us, please visit the Who We Are section on our website - www.smithersoasis.com.

What We Need:

We are seeking a junior in college currently pursuing a chemical engineering degree to work with our Corporate Technology team in the role of Engineering Intern for Summer 2027!

What You Will Do:

Some specific areas of focus for this Engineering Intern role will include (but will not be limited to):

• Assist with foam sampling and testing
• Data entry of test results
• Assist with making test foams
• Collaborate on ideas for foam modifications

Who We Are Looking For:

• A Junior level college student currently pursuing a degree in chemical engineering.

What We Offer:

• A great work environment – our company culture places a high value on integrity and trust, respect, and collaboration.
• An opportunity to add value to the organization and build strong professional networking relationships.
• Exposure to engineering concepts and the ability to see how they apply in a manufacturing environment.
• A diverse business including Floral foam, Grower foam, Temperature Control Packaging, and sustainability efforts.

Employment Type: Intern

Hours Required Weekly: 40

***This position requires onsite work***

Anticipated Work Schedule: Standard business hours

Anticipated Length of Internship: 90 Days (Mid-May through Mid-August 2026)

Pay Rate: $20/hour