Industrial Technical Intern

6 hours ago

Summit Argo, IL, United States Ingredion Full time
About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Bedford Park, IL

Workplace type: On Site

The Ingredion USCAN Industrial Technical Team is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic college student to join the organization for an internship during summer 2026. In this role, you will focus on providing technical support to existing customers and developing new product solutions for industrial market applications. This role will collaborate with various internal resources to design experiments, create technical data and develop value added solutions that highlight our industrial innovation product portfolio and align with consumer trends.

What you will bring:
  • Progress towards a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Paper Science or Engineering or a related field
  • Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term
  • Demonstrated experience with wet chemistry laboratory
  • Knowledge of common paper and packaging manufacturing processes, process chemicals and development, polymer chemistry preferred
  • Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills (technical reports for distribution, presentations, data analysis etc.)
  • Proven proficiency using MS Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ect.)
  • Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:
  • Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
  • Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor's or Master's Degree Program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
  • If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at www.ingredion.com/careers.
Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exception rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
  • Total Rewards Package - competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
  • Internship Program Events & Activities - programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
  • Intern Mentor Program - pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion's culture
  • Involvement in Ingredion's Business Resource Groups - the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion's Inclusion & Belonging strategy
  • Employee Recognition Program - a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
  • Employee Discount Program - provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel


Pay Range: $22-31/hour

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:
No

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .

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