Process Engineering Intern

Alfa Laval

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Houston, Texas

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support process engineering activities by creating and maintaining process maps, workflows, and standard operating procedures. Assist in gathering technical knowledge from experts and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related technical field and have a strong interest in process engineering, process mapping, or systems documentation. You demonstrated attention to detail, curiosity, proactive communication, and a collaborative spirit within team settings.

Must Have Skills for ATS

process mapping

documentation

SOPs

knowledge transfer

systems documentation

Job Description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job:

This Alfa Laval Summer Internship is designed to bring a college student that has completed their second or third year of college to give them experience of working in a technology driven sales company. In this role, you will support process engineering activities that strengthen our internal knowledge base and improve operational efficiency. You will have the opportunity to assist with process mapping, documentation, and knowledge transfer initiatives—contributing to the team’s ability to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions. Currently, this is a Hybrid opportunity located in Houston.

As part of the intern program, you will:

  • Support the creation and maintenance of process maps, workflows, SOPs, and documentation across engineering activities.
  • Assist in gathering, organizing, and transferring technical knowledge between teams and subject‑matter experts.
  • Help document best practices, standard operating procedures, and process guidelines.
  • Participate in meetings to capture process requirements and translate them into clear documentation.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying gaps, inefficiencies, or opportunities in existing processes.
  • Provide general support to the process engineering team on low‑complexity tasks and project activities.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for team meetings.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Ability to work in office 3/5 days a week.

What you know:

You are currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related technical field, and:

  • Have strong interest in process engineering, process mapping, or systems documentation.
  • Are comfortable working with structured information, diagrams, and technical content.
  • Behaviors: detail‑oriented, curious, proactive communicator, eager to learn, and collaborative in team settings.

What's in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $20.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer

Alfa Laval

Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, pharma, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of heat transfer, separation and fluid handling. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
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