Summer Student
If you are looking to gain real-world experience this summer, then join us and make the most of your break! We are looking for motivated and high performing students to join Synlait’s process engineering team at our Dunsandel site from November to January.
As a Summer Student Process Engineer, you will work closely with our production and quality teams to optimize dairy processing operations.
Project: Process Engineer
Focus on identifying and applying quantification methods for sample analysis, collecting and analysing production samples, and investigating process improvements. Where possible, you will support the evaluation of your recommendations on a production scale.
What you’ll be working on- Assist in evaluating production-scale implementation of process improvements, time and schedule permitting.
- Identify suitable quantification methods for sample analysis.
- Collect samples for lab analysis and perform investigations.
- Provide practical recommendations to improve the production line.
This project requires third or final year students pursuing Masters/Bachelors in Food Process Engineering/Process Engineering or Chemical Engineering
We want students who are:
- Curious about the dairy industry and Synlait’s operations
- Eager to learn, with a proactive mindset
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented and able to communicate findings clearly.
- Proactive, motivated, and ready to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
About us
Synlait is a dynamic, purpose-led milk nutrition company that is Doing Milk Differently for a Healthier World!
We pride our organisation as being different and allowing our spirit to drive our success, shifting perceptions and driving value through new thinking and a new attitude.
You’ll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.
We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table so are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.
What's next? Apply now!
Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early.
Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.