Chemical Engineering Internship

Location : Big West Oil - North Salt Lake, Utah

Job Type : Internship (Full-Time, On-Site)

Internship Term : Summer 2026 (May - August)

Summary :

Ready to build a strong foundation for your career? Big West Oil's summer internship program provides full-time students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop real-world skills. From May to August, you'll work alongside seasoned professionals who will mentor you, providing the guidance and practical training you need to become an effective, well-rounded professional.

Position Overview :

Big West Oil is seeking applicants to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program. This internship offers the opportunity to work on value-added engineering projects that support continuous improvement, operational reliability, and process safety across our facility. The intern may work in one or more of the following engineering disciplines :

• Process Engineering - Focuses on optimizing the day-to-day operation of chemical process units to maximize production, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality.
• Process Controls Engineering- Involves designing, implementing, and day-to-day management of automated systems that use sensors and control loops to manage the stability and performance of plant operations in real-time.
• Process Safety Engineering - Using engineering principles to prevent and control catastrophic incidents like fires, explosions, and toxic releases in industrial facilities, using the 14 elements of PSM
• Economics and Planning- Forecasting market demands, analyzing process profitability, and optimizing long-term production plans to maximize the refinery's financial performance.

As an intern, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers, gain exposure to real-world refining operations, and contribute to projects that enhance refinery performance and sustainability.

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About Big West Oil LLC. :

Owned and operated by FJ Management, Big West Oil believes employees are the key to success. The facility currently employs about 270 people, with an average employee tenure of 12 years. Employees at Big West Oil LLC take pride in creating lasting value. Big West Oil is one of five Utah refineries that produce gasoline, diesel, and other chemicals. We take pride in being industry leaders in environmental compliance, and we are passionate about fostering a family-oriented culture that supports employee fulfillment and career growth.

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