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POET · 2 months ago

Plant Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Gowrie, IA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

POET is a leader in sustainable products and the largest producer of bioethanol, committed to converting renewable resources into energy. The Plant Engineering Intern will work closely with the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager to optimize plant operations and assist in developing maintenance programs.

Animal FeedBiofuelEnergyRenewable Energy

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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. The Plant Engineering Intern will 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

Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAgricultural EngineeringDCS control systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteOrganizational skillsTime managementCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamwork

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

$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)

Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!

Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

401K with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

Discounted home and auto insurance

A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

'Family-first' culture

Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

Company

POET

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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

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.poet.com

H1B Sponsorship

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