Internship – Process Engineer (Hybrid)

Description

• Technical knowledge: conducts process design and analysis, detailed process mass and energy balance modeling, and laboratory and pilot plant testing; develops process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams; develops technical reports and equipment specifications; estimates capital and operating costs; and sizes process piping and equipment.

Requirements

• Communication: demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
• Software: strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF editing software.
• Work environment: ability to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• GPA: GPA of 3.2/4.0.
• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Software: Experience with Aspen or ChemCAD.
• Education: ongoing enrollment in a chemical, metallurgy, minerals processing, or materials science engineering degree program. Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship and have taken at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics.
• Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.
• Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Timeline: this internship opportunity runs for three months starting in the spring of 2026. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays.
• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Compensation: anticipated range of $22.66–28.90/hour. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Ann Arbor, Michigan; Duluth or Minneapolis, Minnesota; or Salt Lake City, Utah, offices.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance