Undergraduate Intern - Global Engineering - Chemical Engineering

About the role

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow's needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations. If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply! The Chemical Engineering Summer Intern will support the Global Engineering organization in the development, execution, and continuous improvement of capital projects and engineering initiatives across Cabot. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, and operations personnel to gain hands-on exposure to project engineering, project development and project management. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to real engineering projects while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills in a collaborative and fast-paced organization. Job Requirements (Principal Responsibilities) - Support project engineering activities related to capital projects, optimization measures, and execution improvement initiatives. - Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting for engineering studies and operational performance reviews. - Participate in process calculations, mass and energy balances, equipment sizing reviews, and technical evaluations. - Support development and review of engineering documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, specifications, and technical reports. - Collaborate with project managers, operations, maintenance, procurement, and EHS teams on project activities and technical problem-solving. - Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, quality, sustainability, and competitiveness. - Assist with project tracking, schedule updates, and preparation of presentations for engineering and leadership meetings. - Conduct research on engineering best practices. - Participate in site visits, contractor coordination activities, and engineering field reviews as applicable. - Maintain compliance with company safety standards, engineering procedures, and corporate policies. During the internship, the individual will gain exposure to: - Capital project development and execution - Project engineering and manufacturing operations - Global engineering standards and governance - Safety and environmental compliance practices - Cross-functional teamwork and project collaboration Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors) - Technical Learning Agility - Quickly learns engineering concepts, tools, and processes while applying classroom knowledge to practical situations. - Problem Solving - Uses analytical thinking and data-driven approaches to identify issues and support development of effective solutions. - Teamwork and Collaboration - Works effectively with global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams. - Communication Skills - Communicates technical information clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing. - Initiative and Accountability - Takes ownership of assigned tasks, follows through on commitments, and seeks opportunities to contribute. Education/Experience - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Interest in project/process engineering, manufacturing, industrial operations, and/or capital projects. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global team environment. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) At Cabot, we bring the power of innovative chemistry and a spirit of partnership with our customers to advance solutions that will enable a sustainable future. Our strength in research and development is a major reason why we have been an industry leader for more than 135 years in products such as reinforcing and specialty carbons, battery materials, aerogel, fumed metal oxides, inkjet colorants, masterbatches and conductive compounds. Our employees around the world are united by our shared purpose: Creating materials that improve daily life and enable a more sustainable future. Through our corporate strategy, "Creating for Tomorrow," we are focused on our core strengths to lead in performance and sustainability - today and into the future. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled/RC14001 Realizing we function better together than individually, Cabot Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces our diffe

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