Equipment & Process Engineering Internship

November 8, 2024

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Description

About Starbucks:

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and its rich tradition, but also fostered a sense of connection. They are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

About the Internship:

The Starbucks Internship Program is a paid, full-time, 12-week program (June – early September 2025), designed to provide students with meaningful work experience in the field of equipment and process engineering. This internship is part of the Starbucks Partner and Customer Solutions team and is based out of the Seattle Support Center in Seattle, WA.

Internship Perks:

• Starbucks Rewards Gold Status
• Spotify Premium
• 30% discount in company-owned Starbucks stores
• Headspace Plus Membership

Internship Responsibilities:

Design and test portions of retail equipment development projects, ranging from coffee to food.
Work closely with engineers from multiple disciplines to develop the best technical design and testing approach.
Conduct technical testing on evolving new equipment innovations in a lab environment.
Create innovative ideas for items in the retail environment that can be improved upon to make baristas work more efficiently.
Work with cross-functional teams to validate equipment and designs in a retail environment.

Ideal Candidate Currently pursuings:

Strong interest in improving existing equipment, products, and tools.
Proficiency in using Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software.
Analytical and technical problem-solving skills with the ability to design pragmatic solutions.
Coding experience (preferred but not required).
Strong interpersonal skills including excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork.

Internship Program Requirements:

• Active enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to work full-time from June – early September 2025.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.