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Engineering Co-op

CF Industries
United States, Illinois, Northbrook
Feb 13, 2026
At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy. Function: Intern/Co-op Job Summary:The Engineering Co-op Student will support the Project Engineering team in executing various engineering and project management tasks across Distribution Facilities. This role offers hands-on experience in facility operations, project planning, and technical documentation, while contributing to real-world engineering initiatives. The student will also gain exposure to and experience with industry-standard engineering software packages, including AutoCAD, CEASAR II, and HYSYS, used for design, analysis, and documentation. Job Description: Major Responsibilities: Engineering Project Support (50%) Assist in evaluating and improving facility processes and operations. Support the development of project scopes, specifications, and documentation. Help maintain and update engineering drawings such as P&IDs and loop diagrams. Participate in field work and contractor coordination under supervision. Contribute to cost tracking and budget preparation for small-scale projects. Project Coordination (10%) Help monitor project schedules and milestones. Assist in identifying risks and opportunities related to project timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations and THTS. Team Collaboration & Learning (40%) Shadow experienced engineers and participate in team meetings. Contribute to engineering reports and presentations. Engage in training and development opportunities provided by the department. Learn and apply engineering software tools including AutoCAD, CEASAR II, and HYSYS. Supervisory Relationships: Position Reports To: Supervisor, Project Engineering Incumbent Attributes: Education: Currently pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Years of experience: Prior internship or project experience in facility design or operations is a plus. Other unique job relevant attributes: Familiarity with AutoCAD, CEASAR II, and HYSYS is preferred, but not required. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Willingness to travel up to 25% within North America. Position Scope/Contribution Breadth of Scope: Implement projects whose effect is felt across the network of Distribution Facilities. Provide assistance with project management for Engineering Department. Communications and Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicate/interact with all employee levels. Strategic Influence: Collaborate with Engineering, THTS, and Operations leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects. Provide reports to management on existing and in-development projects. FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act". If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us attalentacquisition@cfindustries.com. JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK