Koch · 9 hours ago
Instrumentation, Controls, & Electrical (IC&E) Technician Intern - Summer 2026
Koch Fertilizer Wever, LLC is looking for a 2026 Summer Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician Intern to join their Maintenance team in Wever, Iowa. This internship offers hands-on experience in maintenance strategy implementation, process instrumentation, and control systems while working closely with a team of professionals dedicated to mentorship and career development.
ElectronicsEnergyFarmingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Maintenance Strategy Implementation: Partner closely with our technicians to execute predictive and preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime
Learn Process Instrumentation: Expand your knowledge by working with advanced instrumentation and analyzers, including Pressure, Level, Flow, Temperature, pH, Conductivity, and ORP systems
Dive Into Control Systems: Assist with the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and mechanical repair of final control elements, and participate in stroke testing to ensure optimal performance. Gain exposure to Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) while supporting their maintenance and operation
Develop Your Technical Expertise: Learn to interpret and analyze key technical documents, including electrical schematics, loop drawings, dimensional layouts, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Explore High-Powered Systems: Build practical knowledge of electrical systems such as Switchgear, Motor Starters, MCCs, VFDs, Soft Starters, and 4,160-volt and 480-volt three-phase systems
Be Part of Commissioning & Start-Up: Engage in critical activities like instrument loop inspections, configuration, calibration, loop checks, and function testing that bring complex systems to life
Collaborate & Learn: Work closely with a supportive team of professionals who are invested in helping you succeed
Qualification
Required
Eligible for full-time employment by graduation date
Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
Willing and able to meet all physical requirements
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb straight ladders. Some work may require heights in excess of 100 feet
Wearing industrial chemical plant uniforms and PPE as required
Confined space entry may be required
Preferred
Enrolled in a technical associate degree (Industrial Controls, Electrical Maintenance, or related field preferred)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life insurance
ADD
Disability
Retirement
Paid vacation/time off
Educational assistance
Infertility assistance
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Company
Koch
Based in Wichita, Kansas, Koch is one of the largest private companies in America.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$958.57M2025-03-03Undisclosed· $183.97M
2024-03-08Undisclosed· $76.95M
2023-03-10Private Equity· $148.32M
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