Chemical Engineering Co-op Summer / Fall 2026

Co-Op Engineer Position At Bridgestone

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, at least 50% on floor

Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and cost

You will also get to :

Work in a hands-on environment with cross functional teams

Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and cost

We are looking for students who are :

Highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

People-centric focus with ability to collaborate with all teammates across the organization

Strong initiative, work ethic and levels of enthusiasm

Demonstrated technical aptitude in major of study

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Minimum Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you need

To be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or another applicable major and actively enrolled in the degree program at an accredited university

To be junior-senior level standing with a GPA of at least 3.0

Completed course work in Computer Aided Design (CAD) / AutoCAD

To be available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month minimum co-op assignment

No other work experience is required. We will teach you everything you need to know!