OVERVIEWMerrick & Company is seeking a college
Process/Chemical Engineering student for a paid summer internship for
Summer 2027 at our Aiken, SC office with our Nuclear Services and Technology group.
Merrick's Summer Internship Program offers meaningful, hands-on experience for students. Designed as a shorter-term, exploratory experience, internships allow students to apply what they're learning in school while gaining exposure to real projects, professional collaboration, and day-to-day life at an employee-owned company.
The summer internship has a commitment of approximately mid-May through mid-August 2027.
WHAT YOU'LL DOThe Merrick Intern Program will provide an undergraduate or graduate student an opportunity to gain technical experience in the field of Process/Chemical engineering by working on actual projects for our clients. The summer internship will provide an undergraduate or graduate student an opportunity to gain technical experience in a variety of process engineering items including P&ID drawings, process simulation and engineering calculations.
The intern will collaborate with other disciplines, interface with engineers, designers, and clients, follow schedules and budget commitments, work independently and in a team environment.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Must have graduation date after August 2027 to be eligible.
- Must be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering from an A.B.E.T. accredited program.
- Must be currently enrolled and entering junior year or higher of undergraduate degree or currently enrolled in grad school.
- Knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles and calculations are required.
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to problem solve.
- Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Being familiar with Microsoft Excel.
- Exposure to PFD and P&ID drawing.
- Local candidates strongly preferred.
TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS- Professional Training and Skill Development.
- Flexible Work Hours and Paid holidays
- Real work on Real client projects
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Weekly Training Meetings including "Meet the CEO and President"
- And Much More!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
- At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
- Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
- Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
- Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
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