How to hire a process engineer internship

How to hire a process engineer internship, step by step

Here's a step-by-step process engineer internship hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a process engineer internship job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new process engineer internship
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a process engineer internship, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect process engineer internship also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of process engineer internship salaries for various roles:

   Type of Process Engineer Internship	Description	Hourly rate
   Process Engineer Internship	Industrial engineers find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.	$14-24
   Quality Engineer	A quality engineer's responsibilities include ensuring that the manufacturing processes are efficient and accurate, documenting findings that would raise concerns, conducting quality tests while observing parameters, and implementing changes as necessary to meet the highest quality standards. Quality engineers need to have excellent problem-solving and observation skills to detect any irregularities and possible malfunctions... Show more	$29-49
   Industrial Engineer	An industrial engineer specializes in devising various systems to improve the workflow and the workforce in a manufacturing setting. One of their primary responsibilities is to understand all of the procedures in a manufacturing plant and develop strategies to resolve issues or improve production operations, such as designing a cost-efficient machine or system that will enhance the quality of goods and boost the productivity of workers... Show more	$28-46

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Process Engineering
   • Process Improvement
   • Data Analysis
   • Continuous Improvement
   • PowerPoint
   • Data Collection
   • CAD
   • Python
   • C++
   • Sigma
   • R
   • Solidworks
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Cost Savings

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead large cross-function project across the business to determine AE's total COPQ.
   • Lead the kaizen project team in the gel-dipping area to improve the dip pans and gelatin feeding tanks availability.
   • Lead and assist maintenance in resolving equipment malfunctions, troubleshoot process problems, and organize and implement preventative maintenance procedures.
   • Implement a PLC device to the plant's chemical mixing room for improve data tracking and quality control.
   • Audit casting machines to identify problems, review process times on PLC and communicate problems to operators and supervisor.
   • Execute and analyze process capability studies using Minitab.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your process engineer internship job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A process engineer internship can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, process engineer interns' average salary in vermont is 38% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level process engineer interns 41% less than senior-level process engineer interns.
   • Certifications. A process engineer internship with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a process engineer internship's salary.

   Average process engineer internship salary

   $39,495yearly

   $18.99 hourly rate

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   Entry-level process engineer internship salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a process engineer internship job description

   A process engineer internship job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a process engineer internship job description:

   Process engineer internship job description example

   At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can't live without them.”
   
   Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,500 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!
   Job Description:
   
   A day in the life of a Business Process Reengineering Intern, a fully remote role at SpartanNash, is never the same. In this role, you will gain experience across many functions of the company.
   
   What You'll Do
   Participate in professional development opportunities such as: tours of our warehouses and retail stores, community volunteering, team building, executive speakers Participate in process development sessions and assist in capturing As-Is and To-Be process notes / issues / action items
   Work with Subject Matter Experts to identify, gather and analyze data pertinent to measuring process performance Draft process documents, including process flows and work instructions Draft communications to Distribution Centers to request and / or provide information related to process improvements
   Create polls to collect data from Distribution Centers / remote teams Schedule conference calls and Teams meetings
   Participate in weekly project team meetings Update and organize file structure for storing process documentation
   Responsible to complete or participate in at least one strategic project during the internship and give a short presentation to the executive team that showcases the project. Participate in learning opportunities that may include tours of our warehouses and retail stores, a community service event (such as SpartanNash Expo, Helping Hands, or Special Olympics) Attend workshops for developing skills, team building, etc.
   
   Sound Like You? Here's what you'll need:
   High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) GPA of 3.0 (Preferred) Some College Degree (Required to be an active student going into the summer) MS Office ProficiencyGood written and verbal communication skills. Good organizational, prioritization and detail-oriented skills. Ability to take initiatives and seek opportunities to learn in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work remotely
   SpartanNash is a certified Veteran-Friendly Employer. We value the perspectives, backgrounds, skills, work ethic and leadership that those who are military connected bring to the workforce.
   
   As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
   
   SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.
   
   We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right process engineer internship for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your process engineer internship job on Zippia to find and recruit process engineer internship candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with process engineer internship candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new process engineer internship

   Once you have selected a candidate for the process engineer internship position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new process engineer internship. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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