Process Control Engineer INTERN

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of high purity cellulose commonly used in the production of filters, food, pharmaceuticals, high performance plastics, propellants and various other industrial applications. RYAM’s specialized assets, capable of creating the world’s leading cellulose specialties products, are also used to produce cellulose viscose pulp, cellulose fluff pulp, paperboard, high yield pulp and various value-added co-products, including biofuels, bioelectricity and lignin. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM generated $1.5 billion of revenue in 2025. More information is available at www.ryam.com

RYAM's intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 100 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency.  RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation's top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in over 40 countries across five continents.

AT RYAM, we're shaping the future of talent.



RYAM has a specific purpose...to be the world's leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company's mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.



We are looking for a Chemical Engineering college student for a 12-week full-time Process Engineer internship opportunity at our high purity cellulose mill in Fernandina Beach, Florida.



RYAM’s Fernandina mill is one the leading global manufacturers of high purity cellulose, a natural polymer commonly found in cell phones, computer screens, filters, food, and pharmaceuticals. It was constructed in 1937 near downtown Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, Florida. The plant produces 155,000 metric tons of softwood cellulose specialties per year and employs more than 300 people.

How you’ll shape the future of the engineering group:

With RYAM, you will work on meaningful, real-world projects that will expand your knowledge and stretch your capabilities. You will have the ability to focus on process optimization, quality improvement, cost reduction, and environmental performance, while learning the manufacturing process and building technical, analytical, and project management skills.

You’ll be someone who can bring:

• Currently enrolled in college
• Majoring in Chemical Engineering
• Have a 3.0 GPA or better
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Previous internship experience is preferred, but not required.

Why you’ll love working for RYAM:

• Hands-on experience working on current projects
• Participation in on-going career skills training classes
• Values base on integrity, accountability, quality, and people
• Team based work environment based on respect
• Future career opportunities

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