Process Engineer (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Health insurance coverage (medical, 2n

401(k) plan with company matching &amp

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Tuition assistance program

Sons and Daughters scholarship program

Job summary

Clean Tech, a Plastipak affiliate company in Dundee, MI, is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience, own a meaningful project, and engage with site leaders across operations.

The internship offers professional development, mentorship, and networking events, with a chance to explore maintenance planning and process improvement in a modern recycling facility.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or management field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Expected graduation December 2027 or Spring 2028.

Responsibilities

• Own a meaningful project as part of the internship.
• Assist in converting work order plans from calendar-based to hourly preventative maintenance plans.
• Engage with site leaders and professionals for networking and development.
• Participate in leadership meetings and job shadowing.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

GPA 3.0 or higher

Expected graduation December 2027 or Spring 2028

Job description

## Process Engineer (Engineering) Intern – Summer 2027Apply: Clean Tech - Dundee, MI: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ24690Are you looking for a summer with hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in a successful company with an incredibly supportive work setting? Look no further than an internship at Clean Tech, a Plastipak affiliate company. Clean Tech is a modern recycling center with the capability to recycle more than 3 billion plastic bottles each year.As a Process Engineering Intern, you will gain exposure to multiple facets of a successful manufacturing site operation. You'll engage with leaders and associates throughout the site and receive hands-on experience through ownership of a meaningful project. Working to convert work order plans from calendar-based to hourly based preventative maintenance plans. In addition, you'll round out your internship experience with professional development and networking activities with leaders & professionals in your field. **YOU ARE:*** Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree & majoring in Industrial Management, Industrial Technology, Operational Management, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering* Have a minimum GPA of 3.0* Expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028* During the internship period, will be residing within a commutable distance to Clean Tech, Inc located in Dundee, MI 48131* Eligible to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship, & will not require employer sponsorship after graduation**WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:*** Detailed work plan, including a defined project and additional day-to-day responsibilities* A mentor and buddy to provide support and guidance throughout the summer* 15+ hours of formal Professional Development activities* Extensive networking with leaders* Exposure through job shadowing & participation in leadership meetings* Social Activities (it’s summer after all!)As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:* Wellness Programs* Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision* EAP, Employee Assistance Program* Life Insurance* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance* Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term* Accidental Insurance* Critical Illness Insurance* Hospital Indemnity Insurance* 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature* Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases* Paid Company Holidays* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account* Caregiving via Care.com* Pet Insurance* Tuition Assistance Program* Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program* Travel Assistance* Employee Discount Programs### *\\*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements*