ADM ยท 6 hours ago
Process Automation Intern
Decatur, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $25/hr
Start in 2026 SummerADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition and agricultural origination and processing. The Process Automation Engineer Intern will provide plant support of process automation systems, focusing on troubleshooting, standard work, and executing projects to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage assigned projects for Summer 2026, with assistance from hiring manager and other operations colleagues
Shadow production engineers, operators and supervisors to gain exposure to plant operations, scheduling, and resource management
Assist with monitoring and optimizing daily production operations to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Support continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies
Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving for production or equipment-related issues
Help develop and update process documentation, P&IDs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), etc
Assist with safety audits and contribute to continuous improvement of workplace safety practices
Participate in and/or lead safety meetings, training sessions, and ops briefings
Present findings, project results, and recommendations to engineering leadership at the conclusion of the internship
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a 4-year degree in Chemical, Electrical, Computer, Biological or Mechanical Engineering or a related degree field
Minimum GPA of 2.8 (3.0 GPA preferred)
Interns must have their own reliable transportation to and from work
Willing to relocate to one of our ADM locations in North America
Successful completion of a background check is required
This experience is physically demanding, and suited for those who desire hands-on experience in an operations setting
Some tasks may require lifting, the ability to climb ladders, and working in confined spaces (including tanks and vessels)
Must be available for a summer internship from mid-May to early August 2026
Work authorization/visa sponsorship is not available for this role
Preferred
3.0 GPA preferred
Benefits
Fully-furnished housing
Transportation assistance (mileage reimbursement)
Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses
Language training
Mentoring programs
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Personalized professional development sessions
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
Founded in 1902
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Monish Patolawala
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at ADM
Daniel Jones
Director, Technical Sales
Recent News
2025-12-16
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