Refinery Rotating Equipment Intern — Reliability & Maintenance

CHS Inc.

Laurel (MT)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 33,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a Refinery Rotating Equipment Engineer Intern for the summer of 2027 at the Laurel, Montana refinery.

The role provides hands-on support to refinery mechanical engineers while developing practical skills in rotating equipment, maintenance planning, and reliability projects in a safety-focused environment. Qualified students will assist with data collection, condition monitoring, and documentation, and will present project recommendations to refinery leadership upon completion

Qualifications

Completion of sophomore year and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Assist reliability and maintenance engineers with monitoring equipment performance and reliability metrics.
Collect, organize, and analyze operating data for pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, fans, and other refinery equipment.
Support reliability improvement initiatives focused on safety, availability, and cost reduction.
Participate in field inspections of rotating equipment and assist with condition monitoring activities.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project summaries.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, inspection, reliability, and engineering personnel to support refinery activities.