Operations Engineering Co-op/Intern – Spring 2027
The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world.
About the role
As an Operations Engineering Co-op/Intern, you will provide technical support primarily to plant operations groups from troubleshooting complex systems to optimizing production processes. This opportunity allows you to learn from Professional Engineers, offers competitive pay, a relocation package, and the chance to work with a global leader on exciting projects.
Term: January 11 to April 23, 2027. Full-time Co-Op/Internship, typically 36-40 hours a week on site. 9/80 schedule if applicable.
Location: Riverview Manufacturing Facility, 8813 US Highways 41 South, Riverview, FL. Housing and relocation can be provided for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Identify and resolve root causes of issues in sulfuric processing and production systems.
- Improve the efficiency of converter systems, water treatment, and overall sulfuric acid plant systems.
- Evaluate and enhance the performance of unit operations in the Sulfuric Acid department.
- Observe work during a turnaround outage and participate in equipment inspections.
- Participate in the development and implementation of digital tools for operations.
- Perform duties as assigned.
- Communicate with various levels of personnel throughout the organization, including management, plant operators, engineers (of various disciplines), maintenance, automation, lab personnel, and contractors.
- Participate in department meetings and meetings specific to the project assignment.
- Adhere to Mosaic’s mission, guiding principles and priorities, and key competencies.
Requirements
- Junior level or higher by January 2027 pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
- 2.75 GPA or higher.
- 1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is preferred.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license—you will need to travel to and from sites and/or office.
- Ability to work full time and be a student in standing at the time of the co-op/internship.
- Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, and functional capacity examination.
Skills
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Familiarity with an industrial environment is highly desirable.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
Work Environment
- Physical work environment is occasionally outdoors with exposure to varying degrees of hot and cold environments.
- Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. occasionally.
- Able to climb stairs and work at various heights.
- Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns, or materials.
- Able to hear, with or without correction.
- Able to read, write, and understand basic English.
- Able to see, with or without correction.
- Able to use fine hand motor skills.
- Able to wear a respirator.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.