Engineering Knowledge Management Intern

About the Role

This is an Engineering Knowledge Management Intern position at Ingredion Incorporated for summer 2026. The intern will support initiatives to enhance how technical knowledge is captured, organized, and shared across the engineering organization. The role offers exposure to process documentation, learning design, and collaboration with subject matter experts to improve knowledge accessibility and retention.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire and apply base knowledge of unit operations and procedures.
• Assist in developing and refining documentation for engineering processes and standards.
• Support the creation of digital learning materials, including scripts, visuals, and interactive content.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to capture critical knowledge and best practices.
• Help organize and maintain the knowledge repository to ensure content is current and accessible.
• Analyze usage data and feedback to recommend improvements to knowledge-sharing tools and practices.
• Use internal resources to learn more about Ingredion business and unit operations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Progress toward a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Knowledge Management, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with digital content creation tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Articulate, SharePoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from the facility each workday.

Qualifications

• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior.
• Curious and passionate about how people learn and share technical knowledge.
• Curious about understanding processes, products, as well as tools.
• Organized and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Comfortable engaging with technical experts and translating complex ideas into clear content.
• Eager to contribute to a culture of learning and collaboration.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $20-31/hour
• Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location.
• Competitive hourly salary based on degree program.

Internship Program Benefits

• Internship Program Events & Activities: Programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development.
• Intern Mentor Program: Pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration.
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Employee Discount Program.

Note: This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors.