JOB DESCRIPTION



Summer 2026 Internship Opportunity!




Title: Process Engineering Intern



Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana



Summary:



Are you ready to kickstart your career with a company that's making a global impact? Carboline is looking for motivated, curious, and driven students to join our team for an unforgettable summer internship experience! This immersive 12-week program (Anticipated: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026), offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience, build lasting connections, and make a meaningful impact-all before heading back to campus.




As a Process Engineering Intern, you'll be at the forefront of driving manufacturing excellence-partnering with engineers to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and innovate with LEAN, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma tools.

You'll analyze designs for manufacturability, support safety and sustainability efforts, and help shape smarter production strategies using CAD/CAM and time studies.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where your ideas and energy fuel real impact.


What You'll Gain:

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  Meaningful, hands-on experience working on impactful projects that contribute to Carboline's success.


• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and insight into how a global organization operates.


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  Professional development opportunities, including mentorship from experienced leaders.


• A chance to enhance your skills and apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.


• Participation in team-building activities and a workplace culture that values innovation, integrity, and growth.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field.
  
  


• Available to work 30-40 hours per week from May through August.


• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.


• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Expect light physical activity and extended computer use (up to 8 hours/day).


• Occasional visits to the production floor will require proper footwear and PPE.


• Must be able to lift/move up to 15 pounds as needed.


• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; noise level is typically moderate.


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  Students must have housing arrangements in or near Lake Charles, LA for the summer, as housing allowance is not provided.

• Collaborate with the Engineering Team to explore and optimize manufacturing methods and processes.


• Gain exposure to LEAN manufacturing, ergonomics, time studies, 5S, Kaizen, and other productivity improvement methodologies.


• Analyze engineering design documents, prototypes, and change orders for manufacturability.


• Partner with EH&S personnel to support environmental and safety initiatives.


• Assist in evaluating equipment, tooling, materials, and automation vs.
  
  manual production decisions.


• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement or revise manufacturing processes.


• Conduct time studies, document workflows, and contribute to Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.


• Utilize CAD/CAM tools for design-related tasks.


• Take ownership of additional responsibilities as assigned by the department manager.


• Champion Carboline's commitment to safety and quality by adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.