STUDENT INTERN - CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (DGC)

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative invites applications for a Summer Student Intern - Chemical Engineering at the Dakota Gasification Company in Beulah, ND. The internship runs May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027 and supports Section Engineers and Compliance Program Supervisor with design reviews, field data, and process monitoring.

The role emphasizes hands‑on engineering tasks, safety, and data collection, with typical duties including P&ID verification, field readings, and design support under

Qualifications

• Be enrolled as a full‑time student in a four‑year Chemical Engineering (ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Transcript required at time of application.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist with verifying that P&ID’s are complete and accurate.
• Take field readings and measurements for data collection.
• Utilize software to verify designs or develop new designs.
• Perform technical investigations for equipment under supervision.
• Develop and issue process engineering design packages under supervision.
• Assist with other functions such as DGC Family Night.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Data entry

Teamwork

Initiative

Confidentiality

Hands-on Aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

Chemical Engineering (ABET)

Tools

MS Office tools

Job description

STUDENT INTERN - CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (DGC)

Posting Start Date: 9/8/26

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at our Dakota Gasification Company in Beulah, ND. This position is for the summer months of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027). This temporary position provides assistance to the Section Engineers and Compliance Program Supervisor with troubleshooting process conditions, reviewing quality assurance/quality control requirements, and monitoring process conditions to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal specifications and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist with verifying that Piping & Instrument Diagrams (P&ID’s) are complete and accurate.
• Assist Section Engineers by taking field readings and measurements for data collection to make design changes or monitor process operations.
• Utilize software applications to verify designs or develop new designs.
• Perform technical investigations for equipment such as control valves, instruments, heat exchangers, pressure relief devices, and pumps with direction from the Section Engineers and Compliance Program Supervisor.
• Develop and issue process engineering design packages to recommend changes to the process while under supervision of the Compliance Program Supervisor.
• Assist with other company functions, such as DGC Family Night
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be enrolled as a full‑time student four‑year Chemical Engineering (EAC/ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Transcript required at time of application. If your transcript is not attached at time of application, your application will not be reviewed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or relevant work experience.
• Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires constant hand coordination; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing; occasional lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds, hand grip up to 35 pounds, pinch grip, bending and reaching. Requires finger dexterity, good vision, hearing, the ability to perform close work, and be able to communicate and clearly exchange accurate information. The incumbent will occasionally be required to work at heights up to 250 feet and in high climbing areas on grating, ladders, scaffolding, man baskets and other areas, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. This position is continuously exposed to noise; frequently exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, and extreme heat and cold; and occasionally exposed to vibration, poor ventilation, and confined areas such as inside vessels, heaters, tanks, and trenches. Incumbents are required to wear dust masks, respirators and full‑face Scott Air Paks when necessary. The incumbent will be required to work rotating shifts as needed. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

KEY SKILLS

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Data entry and recordkeeping.
• Team collaboration.
• Initiative and adaptability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Fieldwork or technical hands‑on aptitude.
• Compliance with safety procedures.

Wage: $26.50/hour

Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.