Bedford Park Idea Lab, USA
13 days ago
Industrial Technical Intern (Summer 2025) - Bedford Park, IL

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 2025. 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.

Qualified candidates will have:

Progress towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Paper Science or Engineering or a related field with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 preferredAbility to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term  Demonstrated experience with wet chemistry laboratoryKnowledge of common paper and packaging manufacturing processes, process chemicals and development, polymer chemistry preferredExcellent 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.

Ingredion Total Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive and comprehensive package that aligns with our values and goals. It includes hourly salary, housing stipends, flexibility, learning, recognition, and wellness.

We offer benefits for interns & co-ops such as:

Housing Stipends (51+ miles from Ingredion work location)Internship Program Events & ActivitiesAnnual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, ILIntern Buddy ProgramInvolvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource GroupsAchieve Recognition ProgramPerkspot Discount Program

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Relocation Available:

No

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.

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