Process Automation Engineer Intern

EmersonHouston🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 22, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid internship offers invaluable hands-on experience with cutting-edge automation software and control systems, allowing you to contribute to impactful projects alongside industry leaders. You'll thrive here if you're a proactive communicator with a knack for planning and collaboration, eager to develop your engineering skills in a dynamic and innovative environment. Apply now to jumpstart your career with Emerson!

Quick Overview

Seniority

Entry Level

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Houston, United States

Posted

2 weeks ago

Microsoft Office

Job Description

Want to work with the best and brightest in a company that tackles challenges that have never been done before? Emerson’s Process Systems and Solutions business develops automation software to streamline manufacturing processes for our customers. Based in our Houston, TX, Blue Bell, PA, or St. Louis, MO office as a Process Automation Engineer Intern, you will support control systems projects across various industries.

This internship is a great opportunity to gain experience in plant automation and industrial control systems. You will receive hands on exposure to Emerson DeltaV engineering tools including HMI (Human Machine Interface) applications, be exposed to a variety of activities related to project execution and testing, and assist with heat and power calculations, maintenance of networking, virtualization infrastructure, and project databases.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Participate in control systems modernization and greenfield projects involving the latest technology available in automation control and safety systems.
Assist other project team members with the development, update, and quality check of project deliverables. Typical project deliverables include network. architecture diagrams, instrumentation databases, control systems cabinet drawings, software configuration and user interface displays for DCS, SIS and PLC systems.
Assist with the execution of hardware and software testing based on project specifications.

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You establish clear goals with anticipated outcomes and results. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-one-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You align words and actions to model reliability. You plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelors degree at an accredited college/university in Electrical/Chemical Engineering or Computer Engineering. Technology/Power Engineering Technology.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Access).
Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Junior or Senior
Successful completion of coursework in automation, control systems, or process control
Exposure to Industrial Control Systems

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.