Engineering Internship (Structural)

Company: Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

We re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Position SummaryAt Nestl Purina, we have a dynamic and diverse full-service Engineering group that spans all disciplines. For summer 2024, we are excited to offer a paid internship program for a qualified Structural Engineering student. This program is designed to develop future professionals for our capital projects execution team who possess the right mix of communication and collaboration skills, curiosity and drive, initiative and problem-solving, attitude and aptitude.In this Engineering Internship program, students are given real-world responsibilities through involvement in specific projects, initiatives and teams tasked with bringing new capabilities to our network of pet food manufacturing facilities. The projects that we are planning and executing are complex and will provide exposure to a wide range of manufacturing processes involved in making many of the Purina brands found on shelves across the country.As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to assist in the management and design of capital projects aimed at launching new technologies, standards, design capabilities, infrastructure upgrades, automation enhancements or supply chain innovations. In addition, students will have opportunities to visit manufacturing facilities and vendor sites and become an integral part of a cross-functional team aimed at supporting a growing business. For this internship, you will use your Structural Engineering program studies and apply them to manufacturing challenges with the goal to expand your skillset and make a genuine impact.Assist in preparation of documentation, design and specifications for new project submittalsDevelop project reporting capabilities and dashboards related to cost, assets, schedule and deliverablesParticipate in oversight of project risk analysis and mitigation, change management, scope adherence and stakeholder managementSupport and maintain standardized application of project management workflows, methodologies and quality across active projectsMonitor and track equipment installation and construction activities related to capital project executionPerform gap analyses and employ continuous improvement and lean manufacturing concepts to inform decisions regarding selection of hardware and devices, instrumentation and software for potential factory integrationAssist in research and development of new technologies and applicable testing, assessment and implementation steps Develop technical skills in various manufacturing processes and engineering programs to provide support across functionsLocationOn-site at Nestl Purina headquarters in St. Louis, MO (no remote option)Temporary relocation and housing will be provided as needed for the duration of the internshipThere may be opportunities to travel to manufacturing facilities across the countryRequirementsMust be actively enrolled in a Bacheloror Master of StructuralEngineering degree programFor students pursuing a Bachelor's degree, you must be entering into at least your junior year in fall 2024to be eligible for considerationMust be available to work approximately 40 hours per week on-site in St. Louis, MO, during the summer months of 2024ADDITIONAL PERKSCompetitive pay rateParticipation in a mentorship program designed to help develop your social and professional networkImmersion into a dynamic and collaborative work culture with active learning opportunities and tangible takeawaysThe approximate pay rate for this position is $25 per hour. Please note that the hourly pay rate provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us - Nestl Careers (nestlejobs.com).REQUISITION ID:283715It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

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