Ops Engineer Intern: Process Optimization & Analytics

Covestro AG; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro AG is seeking Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 in the United States. You will help optimize manufacturing processes, perform data analysis, and support small improve-plant projects while learning in a fast-paced environment.

The role targets students pursuing Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with strong analytical skills and a drive to gain hands-on experience. The internship emphasizes safety, documentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program (May 2027–August 2027).
• Majors include Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Freshman year completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analysis, design, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Support the implementation and testing of process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process-related issues and develop corrective actions.
• Participate in development and maintenance of documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and root-cause analysis.
• Conduct data collection and analysis to support process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the integration and optimization of the Distributed Control System (DCS) controls, including programming, testing, and monitoring system performance.
• Participate in safety audits and contribute to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Engage in continuous learning and development to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in bachelor's degree program (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Eng)

Freshman year completed

Tools

DCS programming

Job description

Covestro AG is seeking Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 in the United States. You will help optimize manufacturing processes, perform data analysis, and support small improve-plant projects while learning in a fast-paced environment.

The role targets students pursuing Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with strong analytical skills and a drive to gain hands-on experience. The internship emphasizes safety, documentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.