Summer Process Engineering Intern (Food & Beverage)

Gray AES; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Gray AES is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Lexington, KY or Cincinnati, OH offices. The role focuses on applying engineering principles to food and beverage processing projects and developing technical documentation.

The intern will assist in design, estimation, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, collaborating with project managers and clients while gaining exposure to on-site commissioning and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• Some experience with detailed process design, especially for food/beverage lines.
• Proficient with MS Office; AutoCAD a plus.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to develop process design for food and beverage processing.
• Assist in project specifications, estimation, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with peers, project managers, and customers to support project success.
• Participate in internal training, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and conferences to build technical depth and adopt best practices.
• Provide support for on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational optimization.
• Assist in the preparation of process flow diagrams, equipment lists, and project reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

MS Outlook

AutoCAD

Job description

Gray AES is seeking a Process Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Lexington, KY or Cincinnati, OH offices. The role focuses on applying engineering principles to food and beverage processing projects and developing technical documentation.

The intern will assist in design, estimation, procurement, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, collaborating with project managers and clients while gaining exposure to on-site commissioning and knowledge-sharing initiatives.