2026 Production Technician Internship (Freeport, TX)

Job Description

About the Role
This is a 2026 Production Technician Internship opportunity for a highly motivated Process Technology (PTEC) student, recent PTEC graduate, or honorably discharged military veteran with applicable mechanical/technical training, to join the BASF team in Freeport, TX. The program offers valuable, hands-on experience, allowing interns to develop technical and professional skills while participating in operator activities.

What You’ll Do
• Help complete various operator activities
• Work shift schedule while following a BASF Production Technician

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Must have earned a Process Technology associate’s degree or are a current PTEC student within your last semester of a Process Technology (PTEC) program or an honorably discharged military veteran with applicable mechanical / technical training.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Are able to pass the BASF pre-employment assessment
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Have an outstanding work ethic.

Bonus Qualifications
• Possess academic achievement (minimum GPA 3.0 preferred) or a letter of recommendation from Professor. (Honorable Discharge for military veterans.)

Role Highlights & Compensation
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Interns who complete BASF’s PTEC internship program may be considered as candidates for upcoming open full-time positions at the site.
• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!