Intern, Engineering
Van Drunen Farms

Job Info

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The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

WHAT'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FAMILY OF COMPANIES? We are!

As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, the Van Drunen Family of Companies are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. Now is your opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company committed to employee development and success. Join us and gain vital, real-world experience with a Van Drunen summer internship!

Interns will be placed within a functional area related to their program of study. This is a paid internship program and will run full time for 12 weeks beginning in May.

OVERVIEW

Experience the daily life of a facility engineer. Grow your skills in AutoCAD, Solidworks, communication, teamwork, data analysis, and project management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive continuous improvement on the production floor
  

• Manage various small projects to complete a specified goal
  

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  

• Attention to detail and demonstrated time management skills
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  

• Initiative, resourcefulness, and strong interpersonal skills
  

• Have a curious, proactive and solution-oriented approach
  

• Desire to learn and grow professionally
  

• Creative and innovative ideas
  

• Ability to take direction and multi-task
  

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit a positive attitude, professional image and demeanor
  

EDUCATION

• Upperclassman (incoming Junior or Senior) at an accredited College or University
  

• Desired Majors: Engineering, Engineering Technology
  

• Preferred Minimum GPA: 3.0
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to climb ladders.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office working conditions with a mix of being involved in plant operations on the production floor.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.

Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.

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