Process Engineering Co-op

Are you ready fora new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join Novonesis' 8-month, full-time Process Engineering Co-Op starting in January 2026 and help power the future of advanced protein solutions. We're looking for a sharp, driven student to embed within our Food Recovery Production Department in Blair, Nebraska.

• Drive process efficiency and reliability through management of change for process, automation, and equipment upgrades.

• Develop the operator certification program by creating robust, technical training content.

• Build data-driven tools using the data historian to streamline the production process, enhance troubleshooting, and improve process accounting.

• Apply LEAN methodologies to optimize an existing, highly automated manufacturing environment.

• Professional Growth: Full-time, 8-month commitment for deep, sustained learning.

• Networking: Structured opportunities to build relationships across Novonesis.

• Real Projects: Take ownership of impactful projects from day one.

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related engineering field.

• Achieve a minimum 3.0 GPA (must be included on your resume).

• Have a sophomore standing or higher.

• Preferred: Relevant coursework, internships, lab experience, or student organization involvement.

• Logistics: Must be able to arrange your own housing and transportation in the Blair, Nebraska area.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is dedicated to fostering a unique community by embracing and respecting differences. We make all employment decisions based on business needs, ensuring that every individual can thrive, regardless of identity or background such as ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Want to learn more?
Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com

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