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Chemical Engineering Intern

Houston, TX

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Our Summer Internship Program is designed for ambitious students who want hands-on experience in ... Huntsman Corporation (HUN) What You'll Do As a Chemical Engineering Intern, you may: * Support ...

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Chemical Engineering Intern

Chemical Engineering Intern

Huntsman

Houston, TX

$16 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Huntsman Corporation rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 92 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Job Description:

Build the Future of Chemical Manufacturing and Innovation

At Huntsman, our interns do more than complete summer projects-they solve real business challenges, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to technologies and products used around the world.

Our Summer Internship Program is designed for ambitious students who want hands-on experience in manufacturing, engineering, research and development, and supply chain operations. Interns gain exposure to global operations, leadership, technical projects, and cross-functional collaboration while building skills that launch successful careers.

Launch Your Future

Exceptional interns may be considered for future full-time opportunities, including participation in Huntsman's flagship early-career development program. This program is designed to develop our next generation of technical and people leaders across all the technical aspects of our global business.

If you are curious, driven, and ready to make an impact, Huntsman provides a place where your ideas matter and your career can grow.

Locations

This posting supports potential opportunities across Huntsman manufacturing and technology sites including:

  • Akron and Ashtabula, Ohio

  • Conroe, Freeport, Houston Port, and The Woodlands, Texas

  • McIntosh, Alabama

  • Geismar Louisianna

  • Los Angles, California

For other locations see Locations :: Huntsman Corporation (HUN)

What You'll Do

As a Chemical Engineering Intern, you may:

  • Support process optimization and manufacturing improvement initiatives

  • Assist in troubleshooting production and process issues

  • Analyze operating data to identify opportunities for yield, throughput, quality, and cost improvements

  • Participate in process safety, reliability, and continuous improvement projects

  • Assist with commissioning, startup, and implementation activities

  • Develop engineering calculations, process documentation, and technical reports

  • Present findings and recommendations to engineering and site leadership teams

  • Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, Quality, and Supply Chain teams

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Master's level student

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

  • Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

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For 50 years, our employees have been using science and ingenuity to create innovations that play a critical role in the everyday lives of many millions of people. As a global chemicals company, Huntsman’s work forms the building blocks for countless consumer and industrial products that are part of your everyday life. Our employees are united around a common goal: enriching lives through innovation.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Spring, TX, US

Year founded

1970

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