Engineering Intern
Little Rock, AR, US, 72209
Who we are:
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join our Team!
Job Highlights
- Put your engineering background to use to tackle short-term projects that offer hands-on experience in a manufacturing plant environment.
- Analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvements. Propose and implement changes to streamline production, reduce waste, or enhance quality.
- Review and create documentation and SOPs (standard operating procedures) for equipment and processes.
- Participate in the site’s safety and environmental programs, by developing and implementing safety protocols and environmental sustainability initiatives.
- Grow your skills and knowledge by working with experienced engineers and professionals.
Requirements
- Must have completed sophomore year studies in a bachelor's level engineering program (preferably mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering)
- Ability to work full time during the Summer of 2025.
- An ability to work independently on complicated problems and within the context of multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent time management skills to balance daily activities with longer term projects
- Willingness to work both at a desk and in a manufacturing plant
- Ability to read and interpret schematic documents and drawings
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Computer literacy with Microsoft Office products and other business programs
What we offer you:
- Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
- Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
- Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
Join the LANXESS team!
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
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