Process Engineer Intern

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3 Locations
In-Office
Internship
Greentech • Logistics • Transportation • Energy
The Role
Supports Rail and Marine Operations by reviewing procedures, analyzing gaps between documentation and actual execution, evaluating communication systems and digital tools, clarifying operational roles, and helping develop a leadership playbook. The intern works with facility leadership and frontline teams to improve operational clarity, safety documentation, communication, and management alignment while gaining practical engineering experience.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

Waste Services

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Preferred Qualifications
Are you looking for an exciting Internship where you can gain on the job experience related to your field of study –Process Engineer. VLS is the place for you. Successful candidates will receive diversified training through on-the-job assignments using the technical skills acquired in college. Assigned projects will develop the interns both technically and professionally. Each intern will be assigned a technical mentor and supervisor to ensure a productive and engaging assignment.
Program Overview: Our internship program provides students with the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in various departments, gaining valuable insights and practical skills. Interns will participate in projects and tasks that contribute to their personal and professional development, while supporting the company’s goals and objectives.
About the Role
VLS Environmental Solutions is seeking a Process Engineer Intern to support Rail and Marine Operations by analyzing operational workflows, documentation, and communication systems within the facility. This role focuses on identifying gaps between documented procedures and day-to-day execution while helping improve operational clarity, safety documentation, and leadership alignment.
The intern will work directly with facility leadership and frontline teams to review operational procedures, evaluate communication processes, and assist in developing a leadership playbook that defines roles and expectations for operations management.
Key Responsibilities
  • Review current operations and safety procedures to ensure documentation is accurate, clear, and aligned with actual practices.
  • Supports the Identify gaps between documented procedures and operational execution.
  • Assists in evaluating communication methods, documentation systems, and digital tools used in rail operations.
  • Analyze operational roles and responsibilities to clarify leadership ownership within the facility.
  • Assist in developing a leadership playbook for the Facility Manager and operations leadership team.
Qualifications
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Junior or Senior status by fall of 2027.
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to analyze processes and technical documentation.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • Junior or Senior status by fall of 2027
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to analyze processes and technical documentation
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
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The Company
1,000 Employees

What We Do

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is a leading provider of sustainable waste management and environmental solutions. The company specializes in waste-to-energy initiatives, processing non-hazardous waste into heat and fuel, as well as hazardous waste management, marine services, and railcar cleaning. They are dedicated to helping clients achieve zero-waste goals and sustainability through an integrated approach to industrial processes and environmental compliance.

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