Summer 2026 Internship Program - Maintenance Engineering - Freeport, TX

Summer 2026 Internship Program \u2013 Maintenance, Engineering Intern\n\nFreeport, TX, US\n\nIf you\u2019re looking to grow your network and gain new skills within a global company, an internship with dsm-firmenich could be the program for you. Our summer internships provide students with opportunities to work on real business projects and gain invaluable professional experience. As an intern, you\u2019ll have exposure to many different areas of global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients organization that works with some of the biggest brands in the world, along with opportunities to network with your peers and leadership. From engaging events to mentoring opportunities and valuable resume-building experiences, we\u2019re committed to preparing you for a fulfilling and enduring career, both at dsm-firmenich and beyond. We are currently looking for an Engineering, Maintenance Intern, at our Freeport, Texas office.\n\n.\n\nThe 2026 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.\n\nWorking Hours: Monday \u2013 Friday, 8:00am \u2013 5:00pm\n\nJoin our Manufacturing \u0026 Technology team in the Nutritional Products Business Group as an intern and gain invaluable professional experience. You will be assisting in estimation / design / engineering in conjunction with Project Engineers capital project implementation. This site formulates products to a higher value for sale to external customers globally. Enhance your skills and contribute to real projects that have visibility across Operations through a Summer internship. Come discover all we have to offer!\n\nYour Key Responsibilities:\n\n * Assist engineers to initiate, implement and follow-through for the successful completion of new processes or strengthening of existing processes.\n * Build data driven dashboards to collect KPI from different platforms to monitor performances\n * Provide support in interface between production and engineering functions related to ongoing processes and conditions to achieve maximum quality and output.\n * Collect data and analyze; generate sound and clear recommendations and conclusions.\n * Transfer of knowledge to manufacturing staff to aid in training efforts.\n * Support development of equipment and instrumentation systems to achieve improvements in productivity, yield and/or operating cost.\n * Develop and revise engineering and production documentation such as standard operating procedures and flow diagrams as needed.\n\n\n\nWe Bring:\n\nOpportunities for students to develop skills and expand their professional connections within a company where sustainability is not just a slogan but is at the core of our strategy and purpose. We strive to create inclusive communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. Additionally, we provide an environment that encourages curiosity and an open mindset, allowing for personal and professional growth. Together, we can learn from one another to drive progress and create a better future.\n\nYou Bring\n\n * Currently working on completion of a Bachelor\u2019s degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering or related field. \n * Candidates must be available to work full-time on-site beginning on June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.\n * Must have excellent math, oral / written communication, interpersonal, trouble shooting, time management, and problem solving skills\n * Ability to learn/comprehend engineering documents, drawings, and technical data.\n * Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.\n * Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.\n\n\n\nThe hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. Compensation will be dependent on factors that include location, education, training, specific skills, and years of experience.\n\ndsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there\u2019s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. \n\nAs a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity. \n\nEmployment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant\u0027s race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. \n\nWe are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. \n\nAs innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world\u2019s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than \u20ac12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life\u2122 every day, everywhere, for billions of people. \n\nPlease note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency\u2019s fees, percentages or similar.\n