Throughout the internship, you'll analyze production data, identify improvement opportunities, and help implement solutions that enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reduce operating costs, improve product quality, and support strategic capital projects. You'll collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Quality, and EHS teams to solve complex challenges, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and make a visible impact on plant performance.
This is an opportunity to move beyond classroom theory and apply engineering principles to real-world manufacturing processes while developing project management, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.Responsibilities Include:
Improve Manufacturing Performance (OEE)
Analyze production and equipment performance data to identify the primary drivers of downtime, reduced throughput, and other losses impacting Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Conduct root cause investigations using engineering problem-solving methodologies and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability teams to develop and implement corrective actions.
Track project results and quantify improvements in equipment reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Drive Cost Reduction and Process Optimization
Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs through process improvements, waste reduction initiatives, and optimization of raw material and utility consumption.
Evaluate process performance through data analysis, plant observations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Develop business cases and financial benefit analyses to support project recommendations and measure realized savings.
Enhance Product Quality and Customer Satisfaction
Support quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and improving overall product consistency.
Investigate process-related quality issues, identify root causes, and recommend sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Partner with Production, Quality, and Technical teams to implement improvements that enhance product quality and reduce customer complaints.
Lead Engineering Projects from Concept to Completion
Charter, scope, and execute projects aligned with site operational and strategic objectives.
Develop project plans, track milestones, communicate progress, and present recommendations to engineering and site leadership teams.
Deliver measurable results while gaining hands-on experience in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
Utilize Data to Drive Continuous Improvement
Collect, organize, and analyze production, quality, and cost data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Apply engineering and statistical problem-solving techniques to support operational decision-making.
Create reports, presentations, and visualizations that communicate findings and project outcomes to stakeholders.
Collaborate Across Functional Teams
Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Quality, EHS, and Engineering personnel to solve complex manufacturing challenges.
Participate in plant meetings, field observations, and cross-functional improvement efforts to gain a broad understanding of manufacturing operations.
The following are required for the role
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate technical data and identify process improvement opportunities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance project deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong skills in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and project tracking.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Reliability, and Engineering teams.
The following are preferred qualifications:
Coursework or project experience in manufacturing processes, process engineering, statistics, process control, or continuous improvement.
Experience analyzing data and using engineering principles to solve technical problems.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with data visualization, reporting tools, or engineering software is a plus.
Program Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of application and for at least one semester following the conclusion of the internship.
The candidate is expected to be available 40 hours a week for a period of 10-12 weeks between the months of May and August.
The base salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
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Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance
across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating technical data and identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, balance project deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including strong Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and project tracking.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Reliability, and Engineering teams.
- Coursework or project experience in manufacturing processes, process engineering, statistics, process control, or continuous improvement.
- Experience analyzing data and applying engineering principles to solve technical problems.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with data visualization, reporting tools, or engineering software.
- Active enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at application time and for at least one semester after the internship.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for 10–12 weeks between May and August.
Momentive Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Momentive and has not been reviewed or approved by Momentive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is portrayed as generous, with multiple weeks of PTO to start and additional paid holidays. Accruals increase with service, reaching higher totals at long tenure.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings feature a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match paired with an additional employer retirement contribution that scales with service. This combination is positioned as a core element of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity leave at full pay for a defined period and paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement are highlighted. Fertility coverage and access to care resources further bolster family support.
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What We Do
As a premier global high-performance silicones and specialties company, Momentive creates solutions that improve quality of life for people and enable a more sustainable future. Our products are the result of a tireless pursuit of progress where the sun never sets on our global marketing and R&D efforts, resulting in innovations that help propel our customers’ businesses forward and positively impact all aspects of life – today, tomorrow, and into the future.
