Plant Engineering Functional College Co-op

Plant Engineering Functional College Co-op

Apply now »

Date: Mar 31, 2026

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: hemlocksem

At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.

Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.

We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.

To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,500 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.

Summary

This position provides administrative, technical and project support to the Plant Engineering & Services team. This position is designed to provide hands-on exposure to a manufacturing plant environment while supporting engineering, maintenance, facilities, and administrative activities. The role emphasizes organization, coordination, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration, aligned with the co-op’s academic program.This includes performing routine tasks and documentation updates. This position receives directions from the PE&S Manager.

Essential functions of the job

• Provide administrative and project support to Plant Engineering & Services teams across engineering, maintenance, facilities, and reliability functions.
• Assist with coordination of PE&S projects, meetings, reviews, and presentations, including preparation of materials, agendas, and follow-up tracking.
• Support collection, organization, and maintenance of data, records, and documentation related to PE&S activities.
• Participate in internal meetings, reviews, and project presentations as assigned.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, planners, and administrative staff to support timely execution of assigned work.
• Maintain compliance with site safety rules, confidentiality requirements, and company policies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist managers with special projects as needed.
• Trainer Role for incoming high school co-ops.
• Act as primary Plant Engineering & Services Administrative Assistant.

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Written and Verbal communication
• Organizing

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented
• Work Independently
• Leadership
• Deliver Results

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Preferred field of study: Engineering Major

Required Work Experience

• Candidate must be attending a local 2-year college or 4-year university.
• Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during the Fall and Winter semesters.
• Must have a minimum cumulative 2.70 GPA or higher to be part of the co-op program.
• Candidate must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours and not more than 28 hours during Fall and Winter school semesters. Summers could be up to 40 hours per week if a business need exists.
• Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship.

Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

989.301.5333
or email your request to
[email protected]
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 1248

Apply now »