Chemical Engineering Co-op Summer / Fall 2026

Chemical Engineering Co-op Summer / Fall 2026

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Company Overview

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Job Category

Interns & Co-Ops

Position Summary

Engineers at Bridgestone have a passion for innovation that drives our company forward. Our Co-Op program gives you the opportunity to join the world\'s largest tire and rubber company at the forefront of innovation and mobility. As a teammate, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with engineers across the organization, learn what it is like to be an engineer at Bridgestone, and finally, make a lasting impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career.

Position Timeframe

June 2026-December 2026

Position locations

Des Moines, IA; Nashville, TN

Responsibilities

• Support specifications and standards in areas such as compound, component, curing process, or uniformity analyses
• Apply a systematic approach to identify and isolate problems and their root causes to design and implement effective solutions
• Statistical analysis and data collection through software such as Minitab
• Determine methods and technology to convert inputs into acceptable outputs with process capability
• Learn and utilize key chemical manufacturing tools and systems; recommending improvements where needed
• Apply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with fellow teammates and achieve common goals
• Work in a hands-on environment with cross functional teams, on the floor
• Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and cost

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At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We are building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome all perspectives, individuals and teams. Your contributions help Bridgestone serve a diverse world.

What We Offer

At Bridgestone, we foster co-creation opportunities and empower you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. We offer :

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

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