POET · 3 months ago
Plant Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
Chancellor, SD
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerPOET is a leading producer and marketer of bioethanol and sustainable products. The Plant Engineering Intern will work closely with the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager to optimize plant operations and assist in maintenance programs.
Animal FeedBiofuelEnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Maximize efficiencies of plant operations while optimizing plant run time
Troubleshoots and identifies process needs to maintain production levels
Assists in the development of predictive and preventative maintenance programs
Work with the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager on operation/troubleshooting issues, as well as efforts to review and enhance predictive maintenance programs
Work with the maintenance department and outside vendors to assist in the ongoing development of the preventative maintenance program
Determine applicable equipment, necessary tools, and required inspection frequencies
Work with the management team to further strengthen and develop plant operating procedures
Maintain confidentiality relating to projects and processes
Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times
Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent, required
Junior or Senior-level student enrolled full-time at an accredited 4-year college/university pursuing a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering
Must be able to work a variety of shifts, minimum of 40 hours/week
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills, as well as the ability to adapt to change
Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new programs
Preferred
familiarity or experience with DCS control and DCS historian systems
Benefits
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
'Family-first' culture
On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
Company
POET
At POET, they're using the creativity that comes from common sense to deliver a new bounty of American energy from the eternal bounty of
Founded in 1983
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$53.8M2014-06-11Series Unknown· $53.8M
2008-01-01Private Equity
2005-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Jeff Pinkerman
Chief Financial Officer
Ben Sweat
COO
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