Heritage Research Group - Engineering Research Intern - The Heritage Group
Indianapolis, IN
About the Job
Founded in 1930, The Heritage Group (THG) is a fourth-generation family-owned business managing a diverse portfolio of companies specializing in heavy construction and materials, environmental services, and specialty chemicals. Companies within the THG portfolio include Heritage Environmental Services, Heritage Construction + Materials, and Monument Chemical. With more than 5,000 employees and 30 operating companies worldwide, THG aims to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family.
The Heritage Research Group assists The Heritage Group companies, customers, and partners in evolving and adapting to an ever-changing marketplace. Heritage Research Group provides innovative products, processes, and training that constantly improve the way The Heritage Group companies serve their clients and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges their clients face. It also creates new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group.
Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Heritage Research Group (HRG) as an Intern, where you will play a key role in supporting various engineering projects, including those related to research and development and our operating companies. This role requires initiative, the ability to manage multiple tasks with varying deadlines, and the capability to work effectively in different settings (lab, office, field). Basics of engineering (i.eg., chemical, environmental, mechanical, civil, and/or biological engineering) is required in addition to setting up experiments (i.eg., lab and pilot plant), collecting data, analyzing it and providing recommendations. This position will report to a Project, Senior, or Principal Engineer.
Essential Functions
Internships at The Heritage Group
The Heritage Group Internship Program provides hands-on, paid experiences in a corporate function or within one of our many operating companies. Interns can expect to network with other students and professionals, gain useful skills, receive mentoring, and make their own contributions to the organization. Additionally, interns can participate in our weekly hosted events focused on professional development, team building, and community service.
Intern pay is non-negotiable and is calculated based on current academic class standing $17/hour (Freshman) - $20/hour (Senior), etc.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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The Heritage Research Group assists The Heritage Group companies, customers, and partners in evolving and adapting to an ever-changing marketplace. Heritage Research Group provides innovative products, processes, and training that constantly improve the way The Heritage Group companies serve their clients and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges their clients face. It also creates new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group.
Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Heritage Research Group (HRG) as an Intern, where you will play a key role in supporting various engineering projects, including those related to research and development and our operating companies. This role requires initiative, the ability to manage multiple tasks with varying deadlines, and the capability to work effectively in different settings (lab, office, field). Basics of engineering (i.eg., chemical, environmental, mechanical, civil, and/or biological engineering) is required in addition to setting up experiments (i.eg., lab and pilot plant), collecting data, analyzing it and providing recommendations. This position will report to a Project, Senior, or Principal Engineer.
Essential Functions
- Research relevant technology.
- Design experimental testing in the lab/pilot plant.
- Operate lab/pilot plant equipment (i.eg., pumps, flow meters, reactor vessels etc.).
- Collect and analyze data.
- Make recommendations on the conclusions.
- Required High School or Equivalent
- Preferred Bachelor's Degree : Current Sophomore or Junior studying chemical engineering, biological engineering, environmental engineering, or related field.
- Required 1+ years Lab experience.
- Completed Engineering (minimum Engineering 101) as well as other 100 level Statestics and Chemistry classes.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Experience with mass balance (preferred).
- Excel and other Microsoft business products (required).
- Work is primarily performed in a laboratory setting, with occasional tasks in office or field environments.
- Must adhere to all safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as lab coats, gloves, and safety goggles.
- Mobility: Frequent standing, walking, and moving around the lab. Occasional bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in handling small tools and laboratory equipment.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with team members.
Internships at The Heritage Group
The Heritage Group Internship Program provides hands-on, paid experiences in a corporate function or within one of our many operating companies. Interns can expect to network with other students and professionals, gain useful skills, receive mentoring, and make their own contributions to the organization. Additionally, interns can participate in our weekly hosted events focused on professional development, team building, and community service.
Intern pay is non-negotiable and is calculated based on current academic class standing $17/hour (Freshman) - $20/hour (Senior), etc.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Source : The Heritage Group