Project Engineering Intern

Interested in a career that matters?

Interested in a career that matters?

At Novonesis, we use biology to transform how the world produces food, beverages, household products, renewable fuels, and more. The Project Engineering Department is responsible for planning, executing, and supporting capital and continuous improvement projects across manufacturing operations and site infrastructure. The team partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, and external contractors to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and deliver projects that improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and production capability.

As a Project Engineering Intern, you will support engineering and capital project activities while gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. This role provides opportunities to work alongside project engineers, operations personnel, and cross-functional teams to support facility improvements, equipment installations, process optimization, and project documentation. Interns will gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from concept development and design through project execution and startup.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Support capital and continuous improvement projects across manufacturing operations and site infrastructure.

• Assist with project planning, scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and project tracking activities.

• Participate in facility improvement projects, equipment installations, and system upgrades.

• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain teams to identify and implement improvement opportunities.

• Support engineering studies, evaluations, and technical assessments related to manufacturing processes and infrastructure.

• Assist with contractor coordination, project documentation, and engineering records.

• Help develop project specifications, drawings, reports, and technical documentation.

• Analyze operational and project data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in project meetings, site walkthroughs, and startup activities.

• Present project findings, recommendations, and outcomes to site leadership and project stakeholders.

What You'll Need to Be Successful

We are looking for students who are currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Industrial Engineering

• Construction Engineering

• Or a related engineering discipline

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Interest in engineering project management, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Sophomore standing or higher at the time of application.

• Ability to arrange your own housing and transportation.

Ways of Working / Working Conditions

• Full-time internship assignment lasting approximately 10 weeks.

• Located on-site in Franklinton, NC.

• Exposure to manufacturing operations, engineering projects, and industrial infrastructure systems.

• Occasional use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production areas.

• Collaboration with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, and external contractors.

Compensation & Benefits

Expected salary: $23/hr

Relevant Information

Program Dates: May 24th, 2027 to July 30th, 2027

Position Type: Temporary position payrolled through a third-party provider

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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