Chemical Engineering Co-ops

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Who hires Chemical Engineering co-ops?
Some recent companies include: AMD Bechtel Celanese Chevron Phillips Dupont Dow Chemical Ethicon – Johnson & Johnson ExxonMobil Kimberly-Clark	Kraft Foods Lower Colorado River Authority Lubrizol Lyondell-Citgo Refining Masterfoods USA Nalco Energy Services Rhodia Solutia
What do ChE co-ops do? UT Austin’s Chemical Engineering co-ops have: Developed an energy model for a manufacturing plant to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs (ExxonMobil). Performed physical, chemical, and microbiological testing of personal care products to ensure appropriate shelf-life (Kimberly-Clark). Followed political debate over mercury emission regulations, investigated current mercury research projects, and researched mercury control technologies (LCRA). What do ChE co-ops have to say about their experience? “I see the managers, process engineers, project engineers, and other staff working, and I get a feel for each person’s job … and what job I would be best suited for.” – Nick Floyd, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Special Advising Information Co-op experience can count toward Professional Engineering licensure.