Summer 2027 Intern - Process Engineering

Momentive; Garrett (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Momentive internship program is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern - Process Engineering to join our team in Indiana. Rising juniors or seniors in Manufacturing Engineering or related Chemistry fields are encouraged to apply.

You will gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The role expects about 40 hours per week for 10–12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergrad/grad degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Chemistry.
• GPA at least 3.0 and actively enrolled for the internship period.
• Available 40 hours/week for 10–12 weeks May–August.

Responsibilities

• Establish/execute/maintain gap analyses of Continuous Improvement Processes.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, cost control, waste reduction, quality standards.
• Recommend modifications to address operational improvement projects.
• Identify process safety evaluations and required operating procedures/training.
• Ensure new processes comply with Environmental and Process Safety regulations and Momentive policies.
• Support processing issues and incidents involving chemical formulations.
• Communicate findings to site and Senior Leadership as required.
• Promote continuous improvement philosophies and tool adoption among staff.
• Drive visual operation performance metrics on the shop floor.

Skills

Good communication

Problem solving

Education

Manufacturing Eng or Chemistry degree

Active enrollment in undergrad/grad program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Mini tab

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Summer 2027 Intern - Process Engineering

Summary: The Process Engineering Intern will support the site in improving operational efficiency, product quality, and safety through the application of continuous improvement methodologies. This role involves partnering with operators, engineers, and site leadership to identify challenges, analyze processes, and develop practical solutions that drive measurable results.

Interns will gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, process optimization, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to real-world improvement initiatives. Students with prior manufacturing experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and/or the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints will be particularly successful in this internship, as these skills will help them understand production processes, equipment layouts, and process improvement opportunities within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish / execute / maintain gap analysis of Continuous Improvement Processes.
• Ensure compliance with standards for EHS, cost control, waste reduction, quality.
• Recommend modifications or additions which will address projects for operational improvements.
• Identifying process safety reactivity evaluations, process training and operating procedures.
• Ensures new production processes are implemented in compliance with Environmental and Process Safety regulations and Momentive policies and standards.
• Support significant processing issues and incidents where chemical formulations are involved.
• Communicate to site and Senior Leadership team as required.
• Embrace continuous improvement philosophies and tools to engage employees.
• Additional Job Duties, as assigned.
• Drive visual operation performance metrics to shop floor.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills with local (site) teams and manager.
• Bring to closure assigned projects and communicate clearly the findings using appropriate tools (Excel, Power Point, Word docs, Mini tab, SAP).
• Compliance to EHS policies and standards.
• Rising Junior or Senior and a Manufacturing Engineering degree or similar Chemistry degree.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
• The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10‑12 weeks between the months of May and August.

What We Offer

• Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $26.00. The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography.

About Us

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.