Mechanical Engineering Intern - Clinton, IA Launch Your Career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program Gain meaningful, hands-on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs. ADM offers competitive pay for this full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship. Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition. Why ADM? • Join an award-winning early career program designed to help students build professional skills, explore career interests and gain exposure to ADM’s business and culture. • Work for a global leader connecting farmers, customers and consumers through an extensive agricultural supply chain. • Gain meaningful experience with a company focused on innovation, sustainability and strengthening the global food system. • Build connections with colleagues, mentors and fellow interns across ADM. Learn more about Early Careers at ADM. Internship Program Requirements • Education: Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029. • Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8. • Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location. • Geographic flexibility: Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America. • Availability: Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027. • Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required. • Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position. Professional Development and Internship Benefits During your internship, you will have opportunities to: • Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs. • Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth. • Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well-being. • Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence. • Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization. • Be considered for a future internship or full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs. Job Summary This position is designed for students who are eager to launch their careers while contributing to the long-term reliability and performance of our manufacturing assets. As a Process Engineer with a focus on Asset Reliability you will gain hands-on experience with our processing lines, develop and in depth understanding of equipment functionality, and support both site level and business level initiatives to improve reliability and efficiency. Job Responsibilities • Comply fully with local and ADM’s safety regulations/standards and promote safety culture. Support site operations and regional teams in implementing and improving reliability programs. • Develop a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and operating systems across processing lines at various sites. • Assist in documenting best practices, technical guidelines, and standard operating procedures. • Support the creation, rollout, and continuous improvement of global asset reliability standards. • Partner with site and regional teams to identify opportunities for improved asset reliability and reduced downtime. Prepare clear presentations and share findings with site and global teams. • Collect, analyze, and interpret asset performance data and recommend improvements to enhance uptime, reduce downtime and optimize equipment lifecycle. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, and engineering) to understand challenges and help standardize solutions. • Participate in continuous improvement related programs such as root cause analysis and defect elimination to drive solutions with a focus on safety, quality, and sustainability. • Engage in structured training, mentorship, and professional development designed to accelerate career growth. • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineer, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in addition to working effectively in team environments. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in equipment and process reliability. • Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and drive to learn and take on challenges. • Willingness to work flexible hours when needed. Preferred Requirements: • Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, food processing, or asset reliability • Familiarity with maintenance practices, preventative/predictive maintenance, or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) tools. • Exposure to root cause analysis, Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement methods. • Experience working with data analysis (Excel, Power BI, Python, or similar tools). • Demonstrated leadership in student projects, engineering clubs, or team based initiatives. Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location. Excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification listed? We encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or another opportunity at ADM.