LM Chemical Engineer Intern Job Details | CITGO Petroleum Corporation

Job Summary

The Chemical Engineer intern will become familiar with the refinery organization and work processes while learning refinery safe work practices. The intern will work on various projects throughout the refinery under the direction of a more senior engineer. This position is a paid 12-week summer internship. A presentation covering all aspects of the internship experience and accomplishments will be expected at the end of the term. Interns will be responsible for assisting with or performing engineering duties which may include: feasibility studies, economic analysis of projects, process design, equipment specification, evaluation and selection of equipment and materials. Monitor and troubleshoot process unit performance. Find and implement ideas to improve the profitability of various process units. This position is located on-site in either Lemont, Illinois or Downers Grove, Illinois.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Must be enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering Bachelor Degree program
• Must be at least a sophomore status in college (completion of freshman year)
• Must have overall GPA of 3.0 or above
• Availability to work forty (40) hours per week for full 12 week program
• Must have valid driver's license
• Candidate must posess strong analytical and communication skills and be able to work in a a team environment
• Transportation Worker Identification Creditential (TWIC) Eligibility

Job Duties

• Generate discipline-related work scopes and complete project documentation updates / review.
• Familiarize with CITGO Engineering practices by editing the engineering training manual and apply as necessary to perform assigned work tasks.
• Assist with the update / creation of equipment reliability and integrity plans.
• Review existing engineering documentation for completeness and consistency with current policies and procedures, including drawings and technical data. Complete update to documentation as necessary or assigned.
• Consult with Senior Project Engineers and Managers in the group, and complete site visits in support of ongoing engineering efforts. Site visits may include witnessing site activities and scoping / verification for projects.
• Consult with Managers and Senior Project Engineers in the group, and complete site visits in support of ongoing engineering efforts. Site visits may include witnessing site activities and scoping / verification for projects.
• Complete end of internship summary and presentation

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.