Process Engineering Intern - Spring / Summer 2027

Henkel group; Bay Point (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global projects

Online learning

Networking events

Regular feedback

Social events

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for our Films value stream. You will gain hands-on experience in a real-world manufacturing environment, provide production floor support, and contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency and quality.

This internship is ideal for undergraduates in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering graduating in 2027 or 2028, with strong problem-solving, data analysis, and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with graduation in 2027 or 2028.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Self-starter who can work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Solid data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in a real-world manufacturing environment.
• Provide production floor support to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency and quality.
• Write and edit manufacturing instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Assist in resolving non-conformances and implementing corrective actions.
• Network with experienced engineers and contribute to meaningful innovations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Self-starter

MS Office

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you’ll do

As a Process Engineering Intern for our Films value stream, you will:

• Gain hands‑on experience in a real‑world manufacturing environment
• Provide production floor support to ensure smooth operations
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency and quality
• Write and edit manufacturing instructions and standard operating procedures
• Assist in resolving non‑conformances and implementing corrective actions
• Network with experienced engineers and contribute to meaningful innovations

What makes you a good fit

• An undergraduate student graduating in 2027 or 2028 pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Critical thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Self‑starter and fast learner, able to work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Solid technical writing and documentation skills

Some perks of joining Henkel as an intern

• Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide.
• Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 professional courses.
  
• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts and sustainability ambassadors.
  
• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship that allow you to accomplish concrete goals.
  
• In‑person and virtual social events to connect with other Henkel interns across the country.
  

Following your internship, you may be invited to join Henkel as a returning intern or full‑time employee.

Additional information

• This internship is eligible fora housingstipend or relocation support.
• This internship has a duration of January 11th - August 13th
• Recruitment for our 2027 internships starts in September 2026 and runs through early March 2027 or until all our positions are filled
• If selected to move forward in our recruitment process, you will receive an email from our talent acquisition team.
• If a position you applied to is filled by another candidate, you will receive an email from our team alerting you that the position is closed.

The salary for this role is $22-$27/hour.This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualifiedapplicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.