Industrial Operations Intern - Hands-on Summer 2027

Flint Hills Resources; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 11,241,000 - 13,886,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Fertilizer in Taft, LA offers an Operations Internship for 2027. This 12-week program is designed for those without prior experience, providing a hands-on opportunity to learn in an industrial environment.

The internship runs from late May to early August 2027 with a Monday–Friday schedule, 8-hour shifts and scheduling flexibility. You will support loading, rail operations, and maintenance coordination while learning safety procedures and best practices.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a technical or vocational program related to manufacturing, industrial operations, maintenance, or a similar field.
• Willing and able to meet the physical requirements.
• Legalauthorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support daily loading and storage operations by conducting operational rounds, monitoring equipment performance, and reporting abnormalities.
• Assist with rail loading activities, including pre- and post-load railcar inspections and coordinating with drivers.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to identify equipment issues, create service requests, and support troubleshooting efforts.
• Follow established safety, environmental, and operating procedures to help ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Gain hands-on experience working on projects and tasks that are representative of the work our full-time operators perform

Skills

Physical stamina

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Education

Technical or vocational program enrollment

Eligible for full-time employment by May 2028

Job description

Koch Fertilizer in Taft, LA offers an Operations Internship for 2027. This 12-week program is designed for those without prior experience, providing a hands-on opportunity to learn in an industrial environment.

The internship runs from late May to early August 2027 with a Monday–Friday schedule, 8-hour shifts and scheduling flexibility. You will support loading, rail operations, and maintenance coordination while learning safety procedures and best practices.