Operations & Automation Engineering Co-op/Intern - Spring 2027

Housing and relocation can be provided for qualified candidates.

As an Operations & Automation Engineering Co-op/Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting both plant operations and automated control systems in one of manufacturing Phos acid sites. Our student opportunities allow you to learn from professionals, offers competitive pay, an opportunity to work with a global leader on exciting projects and much more.   

Jan 11th, 2027 to April 23th, 2027

Full time Co-Op/Internship. Typically, 36-40 hours a week. 

In person. 9/80 schedule if applicable.

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  Support plant operations by troubleshooting systems and identifying root causes of process issues

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  Assist with optimizing production processes and improving efficiency across plant systems

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  Gain exposure to automation tools, including PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems

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  Help analyze and improve process controls, including control loops and system performance

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  Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams on projects and system improvements

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  Communicate with various levels of personnel throughout the organization, including management, plant operators, engineers (of various disciplines), tradespersons, and contractors.

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  Participation in department meetings and meetings specific to the project assignment.

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  Adhering to Mosaic’s mission, guiding principles and priorities, and key competencies.

• Junior level or above by January 2027 pursuing a bachelor's in Chemical Engineering.

• 2.75 GPA or higher 

• Ability to function in an industrial chemical and mining environment.

• 1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is preferred. 

• Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred. 

• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license - You will need to be able to travel to and from sites and/or office. 

• Ability to work full time and be a student in standing at the time of the co-op/internship 

• Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination. 

• Basic computer skills are required

• Experience working in a team environment is a must

• Familiarity with an industrial environment is highly desirable

• Effective verbal communication skills is a plus

• Physical work environment is occasionally outdoors with exposure to varying degrees of hot and cold environments

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others

• Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. occasionally

• Able to climb stairs and work at various heights

• Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials

• Able to hear, with or without correction

• Able to read, write and understand basic English

• Able to see, with or without correction

• Able to use fine hand motor skills

• Able to wear a respirator

• Must be authorized to work in the United States