Engineering & Operations Intern — Hands-On Plant Impact

Enviva Lp; Faison (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking an Engineering and Operations Intern to support process improvement and equipment reliability at our Faison, NC facility. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment, learning from engineers, operators, and maintenance teams.

The role offers exposure to lean manufacturing, data analysis with Excel and Power BI, and mentorship with senior professionals, paving the way for future opportunities within Enviva.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical).
• GPA of 2.7 or greater.
• Strong interest in manufacturing and industrial systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work in a plant environment (hot, cold, or noisy).
• Gain hands-on experience in data analysis and control systems in a leading bioenergy company.
• Opportunity for real-world impact on manufacturing efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
• Potential for future career opportunities within Enviva.

Responsibilities

• Assist with process improvement projects to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve product quality.
• Help collect and analyze technical data to support plant operations and equipment performance.
• Learn to use tools like Microsoft Excel, Power BI and project tracking systems to document progress.
• Shadow team members to gain exposure to capital project planning, equipment reliability strategies, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Assist in creating or updating procedures and documentation (SOPs) as part of process improvement efforts.
• Take part in plant meetings and improvement discussions to gain insight into team dynamics and operations.
• Support tracking and organizing spare parts, tools, and equipment in each of the 3 process islands.
• Help monitor equipment reliability, document maintenance tasks, and support troubleshooting efforts.
• Participate in RCA and corrective action planning related to process, safety, or equipment issues.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and presenting production or maintenance data to support decision-making.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical)

GPA 2.7 or greater

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Enviva is seeking an Engineering and Operations Intern to support process improvement and equipment reliability at our Faison, NC facility. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment, learning from engineers, operators, and maintenance teams.

The role offers exposure to lean manufacturing, data analysis with Excel and Power BI, and mentorship with senior professionals, paving the way for future opportunities within Enviva.