Process Engineer Internships
Process engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working engineers and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Electronics & Hardware, Manufacturing, and Chemicals & Materials, with Micron Technology, Olin Corporation, and CRB among the employers posting roles now.
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At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return for additional terms while you continue your education. You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance.
- Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented.
- Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.
- Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.
- Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.
At GAF, We Require:
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Spring term candidates must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (January - July 2027). We also offer combined Spring/Summer terms (June - Dec 2027).
*For returning co-ops only, we also offer a Summer term where candidates must be able to work full-time for 3 months (June - Aug 2027).* - Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, with at least a sophomore standing.
- Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment. In addition, candidates must have the ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
- Candidates should also have computer skills in Google as well as basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.
- Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leaders from multiple functional areas.
Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Hourly Rate: $24.00
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return for additional terms while you continue your education. You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance.
- Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented.
- Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.
- Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.
- Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.
At GAF, We Require:
-
Spring term candidates must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (January - July 2027). We also offer combined Spring/Summer terms (June - Dec 2027).
*For returning co-ops only, we also offer a Summer term where candidates must be able to work full-time for 3 months (June - Aug 2027).* - Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, with at least a sophomore standing.
- Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment. In addition, candidates must have the ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
- Candidates should also have computer skills in Google as well as basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.
- Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leaders from multiple functional areas.
Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Hourly Rate: $24.00
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
Process Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Micron Technology13
- Olin Corporation12
- CRB7
- Ahlstrom7
- Tesla6
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware12
- Manufacturing4
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Medical Devices1
Tips for Your Process Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large employers in chemicals, refining, and manufacturing close their summer intern cohorts months before the start date, often by December or January. Set a reminder to search and apply the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so searching year-round catches both cycles.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
At the intern level, hiring teams weigh documented project work over a short employment history. For process engineer candidates, that means simulation outputs, process flow diagrams, lab reports with quantified results, or CAD files you can share. Two or three complete, linked artifacts give recruiters something concrete to assess and set your application apart from a plain course list.
Work your campus network and apply directly
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Process engineer intern screens typically include a technical or engineering problem-solving component, expect questions on mass and energy balances, process design logic, or process improvement scenarios. Practice solving these problems aloud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer.
Target structured rotational programs early
Large chemical, energy, and manufacturing companies run rotational or cohort internship programs built specifically to train people new to process engineering. These programs rotate you across functional areas, recruit heavily in the fall, and fill fast. Identify the programs that align with your degree and apply in the first recruitment wave rather than waiting for spring postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the process engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. On Migrate Mate, the work-type filter lets you narrow to remote, hybrid, or on-site openings in a single click.
Process Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a process engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented project portfolio, with process diagrams, simulation outputs, or lab reports that demonstrate applied engineering judgment, gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a process engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is performance on real work, available headcount at the time your offer window opens, and how early you signal interest to your manager. Position for a return offer by owning your deliverables and building relationships across the team, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for process engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers at major chemical, manufacturing, and energy companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check regularly and apply as soon as a role fits rather than waiting for a single application season.
Are process engineer internships paid?
Most professional process engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some employers also cover relocation or housing. Where an employer discloses a pay range, it appears directly in the listing, so you can compare opportunities as you apply.
What should a process engineer internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For process engineer candidates, the strongest proof is a design report, a simulation or modeling output, a lab project with quantified results, or a CAD portfolio, linked or attached so recruiters can review the actual work. Add relevant coursework, any lab or software tools you used, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote process engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the process engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants nationally, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational engineering internship?
A rotational engineering internship places you in two or three different functional areas, such as process design, operations, and quality, over a single internship term, giving broader exposure than a fixed-placement role. These programs are common at large chemical, energy, and manufacturing companies, target students new to the field, recruit early in the fall, and are competitive, so apply in the first wave.
Can international students get process engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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