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Roquette · 4 months ago

Process Engineering Intern - Starch Production Unit

Keokuk

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $22/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. They are seeking a Process Engineering Intern for the summer of 2026, who will work on projects to improve energy, chemicals, product yields, and reliability within the manufacturing plant.

Food ProcessingManufacturingNutritionOrganic Food

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Process Engineer assigned project(s), which will improve performance in the areas of energy, chemicals, product yields, and reliability

Will learn the process or unit operation tied to the project(s) that they are assigned, such as steeping, grinding, mechanical separation, drying, evaporation, etc

Will provide engineering studies, designs and justifications to support Operations goals

May keep historical data to analyze and monitor key parameters to assist with troubleshooting and meeting costs or production goals

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringData AnalysisResearch SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationCritical ThinkingInitiativeFlexibility

Required

Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical). Sophomore or Junior level class standing preferred

No previous experience is required

A results-based, goal-focused mindset with a natural curiosity, demonstrated by extracurricular involvement in clubs or community

Leadership and/or work experience to supplement strong student achievement

Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to collaborate in a team environment and engage with diverse stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically data analysis tools, such as Excel

Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Flexibility and adaptability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively

Preferred

Sophomore or Junior level class standing preferred

Benefits

8 to 12-week paid summer internship opportunity

A highly collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship, project ownership, and peer collaboration

Company

Roquette

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Roquette is a leading provider of plant-based ingredients, excipients and pharmaceutical solutions dedicated to enhancing the quality and convenience of essential products for consumers and patients worldwide.

Founded in 1933