Summer 2027 Process Engineer/Controls Intern

Flint Hills Resources; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 13,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Fertilizer invites rising juniors or seniors for Summer 2027 internships in Enid, Oklahoma. Two roles are available: Process Engineering Intern and Process Controls Intern, each within the Engineering team, for a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2027.

Candidates should be enrolled in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation and Controls programs and be eligible for full-time employment by May 2029.

Qualifications

• Include chemical engineering or related field coursework.
• Interest in process controls and instrumentation.
• Willingness to work in Enid, OK during Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations and control engineers to troubleshoot process challenges.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities to improve plant performance.
• Assist with design, programming, and enhancement of control systems, loops, and operator interfaces.
• Review and develop PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and calculations.
• Participate in MOC activities, process hazard reviews, and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Process controls

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Chemical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Instrumentation & Controls

Tools

DeltaV DCS

PFDs & P&IDs

Job description

Summer 2027 Process Engineer/Controls Intern

Koch Fertilizer has two summer 2027 opportunities available in Enid, Oklahoma:

Process Engineering Intern within our Engineering team

Process Controls Intern within our Engineering team

Koch Fertilizer has two summer 2027 opportunities available in Enid, Oklahoma:

• Process Engineering Intern within our Engineering team
• Process Controls Intern within our Engineering team

The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2027.

Our Team

Koch Fertilizer is a leading global producer and marketer of fertilizer products that promote sustainable agriculture and help farmers increase crop yields. As part of Koch Industries, KF is committed to operational excellence, safety, and innovation in delivering value to customers worldwide.

What You Will Do

• Partner with operations, process engineers, process controls engineers, and instrumentation technicians to troubleshoot process challenges and identify opportunities to improve plant performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Support process optimization initiatives through data analysis, engineering evaluations, and implementation of operational improvements.
• Assist with the design, programming, and enhancement of process control systems, including control loops, graphics, and operator interfaces.
• Review and develop engineering deliverables such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment datasheets, and process calculations.
• Contribute to process safety and operational excellence by participating in Management of Change (MOC) activities, process hazard reviews, troubleshooting efforts, and continuous improvement projects.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currentlyenrolled in a degree, certificate, or workforce training program in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation and Controls, or other related field
• Eligible for full-time employment before or by May 2029
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in process controls, projects, or process safety management
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), such as DeltaV
• Internship or co-op experience in process industry/manufacturing

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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