Chemical Engineering Intern

Chemical Engineering Intern

Albaugh wants you to be part of our team! Founded in 1979 by our Chairman Dennis Albaugh, we are the largest privately-owned company in the world providing the critical crop protection chemical products that farmers use to grow crops. Our tagline, "Your Alternative", signifies our aspiration to be the number one value proposition to help farmers reliably grow plentiful, high quality food. As a member of our team you will not only receive a competitive compensation and benefit package but also enjoy a friendly, family-oriented environment, personal growth and development opportunities, and the satisfaction of knowing that your work is contributing to feeding our world!

This full-time internship in the Summer of 2027 offers the opportunity to gain experience in Chemical Engineering at Albaugh's manufacturing facility in St. Joseph, Mo. This role will have an emphasis on warehouse logistics, supply chain, and other duties. This is an excellent opportunity for hands-on application of engineering studies for career readiness in engineering or related areas.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Gain insight into all areas of Logistics Supply Chain Engineering by:

• Assist engineers with the design, analysis, and optimization of chemical and manufacturing processes
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process and experimental data
• Support process improvement and cost‑reduction initiatives
• Monitor process performance and help identify operational issues
• Prepare technical reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Participate in team meetings, project reviews, and training sessions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including production, quality, and maintenance
• Follow standard operating procedures and maintain accurate records

The Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Chemical Engineering (or closely related field)

Completion of or current enrollment in core chemical engineering coursework (e.g., material and energy balances, thermodynamics)

Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations

Ability to follow safety protocols, procedures, and engineering standards

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment, while maintaining a positive attitude.

Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

Available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship.

Nothing in this job description restricts the management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.