Summer 2027 Chemical Engineering Intern (MN)

Flint Hills Resources (FHR), a Koch company, operates refineries, pipelines and terminals that produce, store and market gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and asphalt. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, and strategically located throughout Minnesota, Texas and the Midwest, FHR strives to deliver value to our customers while maintaining a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and serving our communities responsibly.

About the role

We are hiring for Summer 2028 Chemical Engineering Interns for our Pine Bend Refinery in Rosemount, MN. FHR interns collaborate within our teams on real-life projects and challenges. As a Chemical Engineering Intern, you’ll invest in your future while learning about process engineering, plant optimization, process controls, and troubleshooting situations. Interns are assigned individual projects as well as mentors to help them pave their way to success.

Our 12-week in-person internships located at our refineries offer you a first-hand look at the opportunities available to you in the industry as well as our company.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world, hands-on experience with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of your work.
• Participate in weekly learning sessions, location-specific programming, and professional development to grow your network and learn about Koch Industries, our people, Principle Based Management, and the local community.
• Experience "Life at Koch" through a 12-week program that allows you to explore career opportunities within our network of companies.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a 4-year degree program majoring in Chemical Engineering.
• Eligible for full-time employment during or before Summer 2028.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Pay

For this role, we anticipate paying $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, ADD, and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid vacation/time off.
• Educational assistance.
• May include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply).

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline, and benefits may vary by geographic region.

About Us

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We supply fuel for gas stations and airports, and transport crude oil, natural gas liquids, and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.