Pros
Great exposure to real plant operations and how engineering work impacts reliability, quality, and downtime.
Hands-on troubleshooting opportunities—good place to build structured problem-solving skills.
Strong process documentation environment (P&IDs/SOPs/LOTO), which helps you learn disciplined engineering practices.
Projects feel practical and meaningful, not just “intern work.”
Cons
Learning curve: There’s a lot to learn early on (systems, standards, plant terminology), so the first few weeks can feel information-heavy.