The Hershey Company
Future Opportunities Chemical Process Engineering Co-Op
The Hershey Company, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
Overview
Future Opportunities Chemical Process Engineering Co-Op
Location Hershey, PA
Duration Two (2) 17-week Terms (Either Spring/Summer 2026, or Spring/Fall 2026)
This job opportunity is at the West Hershey Plant in Hershey, PA. We are one of the world's largest chocolate manufacturing facilities and several of Hershey's famous brands are manufactured in our plant.
Role and Environment In this co-op position, the student will be working in an industrial environment and be expected to assume a very "hands-on" role. The co-op will be given challenging, productive assignments like those of an entry-level, full-time engineer, allowing him/her to experience a sense of accomplishment and contribution. Specific duties will mainly involve working with milk chocolate processing equipment and will require the student to work directly with Production, Maintenance, Contractors, Equipment Vendors, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other support team members depending on the assignment. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, strong communication and people skills, analytical mindset, project leadership, and technical acumen.
Although Process Engineering will be the focus, the student will also interact frequently with Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, and Controls engineers. This allows the co-op to understand what role each engineering discipline plays in a manufacturing plant. Many of the concepts that the co-op learns in this position can be applied to other industries.
Responsibilities
Investigate and troubleshoot problems
Design and optimize processes and equipment
Prepare proper documentation of project work, including process flow diagrams, P&ID's, and engineering calculations
Develop scopes of work, functional specifications, and cost estimates
Function as project manager by writing and implementing projects
Purchase components and equipment
Coordinate installation work and equipment startups
Required Skills/Experience
Verbal and written communication and interactive skills are critical in this assignment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Knowledge of AutoCAD and SAP is useful but not required.
Must have
completed sophomore year
and have a minimum 2.8 GPA
Required major is Chemical Engineering
Eligibility to work in the United States for any employer.
Availability to work 40 hours per week.
Availability to work on a flexible schedule from time to time including occasional long days (12hr) and weekends (rare).
Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Work Schedule A minimum of two co-op terms are required. The terms can be rotational assignments, or two terms can be consecutive. (Terms are typically Spring, Summer, and Fall, approximately 4 months each.)
Due to the nature of the co-op assignment in a factory setting, remote work is not possible.
Please be advised that The Hershey Company welcomes all applicants to internships. However, Hershey will not provide immigration-related support for these internships. Hershey also will not provide immigration-related sponsorship (such as H-1B) for entry-level roles should you later apply for one of those roles in the future.
Nearest Major Market:
Harrisburg
Background note: This posting indicates posted date and requisition details, but does not alter the position's responsibilities or requirements.
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Location Hershey, PA
Duration Two (2) 17-week Terms (Either Spring/Summer 2026, or Spring/Fall 2026)
This job opportunity is at the West Hershey Plant in Hershey, PA. We are one of the world's largest chocolate manufacturing facilities and several of Hershey's famous brands are manufactured in our plant.
Role and Environment In this co-op position, the student will be working in an industrial environment and be expected to assume a very "hands-on" role. The co-op will be given challenging, productive assignments like those of an entry-level, full-time engineer, allowing him/her to experience a sense of accomplishment and contribution. Specific duties will mainly involve working with milk chocolate processing equipment and will require the student to work directly with Production, Maintenance, Contractors, Equipment Vendors, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other support team members depending on the assignment. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, strong communication and people skills, analytical mindset, project leadership, and technical acumen.
Although Process Engineering will be the focus, the student will also interact frequently with Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, and Controls engineers. This allows the co-op to understand what role each engineering discipline plays in a manufacturing plant. Many of the concepts that the co-op learns in this position can be applied to other industries.
Responsibilities
Investigate and troubleshoot problems
Design and optimize processes and equipment
Prepare proper documentation of project work, including process flow diagrams, P&ID's, and engineering calculations
Develop scopes of work, functional specifications, and cost estimates
Function as project manager by writing and implementing projects
Purchase components and equipment
Coordinate installation work and equipment startups
Required Skills/Experience
Verbal and written communication and interactive skills are critical in this assignment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Knowledge of AutoCAD and SAP is useful but not required.
Must have
completed sophomore year
and have a minimum 2.8 GPA
Required major is Chemical Engineering
Eligibility to work in the United States for any employer.
Availability to work 40 hours per week.
Availability to work on a flexible schedule from time to time including occasional long days (12hr) and weekends (rare).
Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Work Schedule A minimum of two co-op terms are required. The terms can be rotational assignments, or two terms can be consecutive. (Terms are typically Spring, Summer, and Fall, approximately 4 months each.)
Due to the nature of the co-op assignment in a factory setting, remote work is not possible.
Please be advised that The Hershey Company welcomes all applicants to internships. However, Hershey will not provide immigration-related support for these internships. Hershey also will not provide immigration-related sponsorship (such as H-1B) for entry-level roles should you later apply for one of those roles in the future.
Nearest Major Market:
Harrisburg
Background note: This posting indicates posted date and requisition details, but does not alter the position's responsibilities or requirements.
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