Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Life Sciences is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for its Cary, NC office. The role is hybrid, pairing interns with a process engineer mentor to support the development of PFDs, P&IDs, equipment lists, and data sheets.

You will participate in the Life Sciences North America Process Training Program to learn unit operations from subject matter experts. The position targets a chemistry/engineering student with strong Microsoft Office skills and a record of academic achievement, ready to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Learn to read, understand and develop PFDs, P&IDs, Equipment Lists and Equipment Data Sheets.
• Be paired with a process engineer peer mentor and contribute to project deliverables.
• Participate in Jacobs Life Sciences North America Process Training Program.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Authorization to work in US

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Pharmaceutical and biotechnology products impact all our lives in some way. The projects that we execute deliver lifesaving products to patients globally. With 50 years of experience as innovators in biopharma facilities, our more than 3,800 skilled architectural, engineering and construction professionals continue to work with our clients to drive innovations in the industry. Jacobs provides a single source of responsibility for all services, from strategy and concept through site selection and evaluation, regulatory compliance, design, constructability, construction management, commissioning, validation and startup. We also provide operations support and asset management services, including plant engineering, maintenance optimization and traditional maintenance and turnaround services.

As the largest professional services provider to the biopharmaceutical industry, clients benefit from both our local presence and global reach. We offer a full range of design and construction services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide, with a complete focus on providing maximum value for our clients.

Your Impact

We are looking for a Process Engineering Intern to join our Jacobs Life Sciences group based in Cary, NC. Jacobs works with some of the biggest names in the Life Sciences, Biotechnology, and Pharmaceutical industries locally and worldwide. The role is intended to be a hybrid position.

In this role, you will be paired with a process engineer peer mentor and be a part of a project team, helping to complete project deliverables. You will have the opportunity to learn how to read, understand and develop different deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID), Equipment Lists and Equipment Data Sheets. As an intern, you will also be included in the Jacobs Life Sciences North America Process Training Program. This program gathers all of Jacobs young process engineers across the US to learn about different unit operations from Jacobs Subject Matter Experts. In addition, you will gain access to a library of previously recorded sessions and any new sessions that take place during your time with Jacobs.

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering degree from an accredited university
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Ideally, you'll also have

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Previous design internship experience
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills

Our health and welfare benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on September 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.