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Job description This role will use engineering expertise to create computational models of industrial-scale chemical and biochemical processes that are of current interest to ADM. These models will predict the behavior of unit operations involved in the production of bio-based foods and chemicals or other agricultural-based products that are currently used in the chemical process industry. Candidates should be proficient at applying chemical engineering principles and knowledge to solve real-life, industrial-scale plant operation and process development challenges. They will use modeling languages and environments, such as Aspen Plus suite, Excel, Crystal Ball, Python, and Visual Basic. The models will be used for process optimization and cost estimation, and they will help to guide process development design and decision-making. The position also involves extensive communication, both written and verbal, with other scientists and engineers at various ADM locations. This is a minimum of a six (6) month position. The internship may extend beyond the 6-month period if interest, performance and business need allow. Full-time hours will be limited to a period of six (6) months, after which any contract extension would be limited to part-time hours (<32/week). Job Requirements The ideal candidate will have recently obtained a Chemical Engineering or similar Bachelor’s degree, or will be currently enrolled as a graduate student (after obtaining a Chemical Engineering or similar degree). A candidate may also be currently enrolled with senior standing in undergraduate Chemical Engineering curriculum as of Fall 2023 or earlier. The chosen candidate can work either full- or part-time and will be required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with at least 75% of hours worked between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Full-time hours will be limited to a period of six (6) months. APPLY HERE 

About the job There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more… many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we’re all about at John Deere. And it’s why we’re investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world’s brightest minds are tackling the world’s biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we’ll put you to work. RIGHT NOW. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Primary Location: United States (US) – Illinois – Champaign Function: Information Technology Title: Part-Time Student-IT-Champaign IL – 105195 Onsite/Remote: Partial Remote Position The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND. Your Responsibilities As aPart-Time Student for Deere&Company JDTIC located in Champaign, IL, you will: Build the observability platform and tooling that teams around the enterprise will use Practice good software development practices and DevOps Pair with team members to deliver value Practice Agile delivery methods This position is not available to students on immigration visas What Skills You Need Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in a Technical discipline; others may apply Must be registered as a full-time student at a U.S. accredited college/university Graduation date of May 2024 or later Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above Available to work during the academic year 10-30 hours/weekly Available to work during the summer semester 35-40 hours/weekly Must be able to commute to the work location in Champaign, Illinois, on an as needed basis year-round (NOTE: Relocation assistance is not provided.) What Makes You Stand Out Minor experience as a developer writing code for various applications Minor experience using DevOps or eXtreme Programming practices as part of development Minor experience in using/building observability around your applications Minor experience using cloud solution providers (like AWS, Azure, etc) to host your application and services Minor experience with consuming and writing APIs Experience with different DevOps type of tooling (Ex: Drone, Github&Github Actions, Azure DevOps, Docker, Terraform, Puppet, Black duck, Artifactory, Sonar, Linting Tools, etc.) Experience with different languages (Ex: Java, JavaScript, Python, Go, Scala, etc) Experience using containers for orchestration of servers (Ex: Docker, ECS/K8s, etc) At John Deere, You Are Empowered To Create a Career That Will Take You To Where You Want To Go While Working In An Inclusive Team Environment. Here, You’ll Enjoy The Freedom To Explore New Projects, The Support To Think Outside The Box And The Advanced Tools And Technology That Foster Innovation And Achievement. Additionally, We Offer a Comprehensive Reward Package To Help You Get Started On Your New Career Path, Including Flexible work arrangements Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses Savings&Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension) Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Programs Tuition assistance Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations Charitable contribution match Employee Purchase Plan&numerous discount programs for personal use Apply Here 

Are you looking to get a critical jump start on a career in Technology? The Synchrony Emerging Technology Center located at UIUC’s Research Park focuses on advancing our internal capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains to create long-term value for our customers. The interns in the program will work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders. Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development. During the summer, each intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future.  When you’re here, you’re part of the team and we’ll expect you to help us raise the bar.   TECHNOLOGY ETC INTERNSHIP:  These assignments offer many opportunities to gain valuable hands-on experience. You’ll have opportunities across different areas of our team, giving you unique perspectives on how Technology fits into the broader business landscape – for example: Mobile App Design, Development & Project Management Information Security Forensics & Incident Management Innovation & Emerging Technology Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Data Engineering & API Development User Experience Design, User Journey Development Leadership, Experiential and Technical Training The internship will be spent working side by side with Technology experts where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to complete challenging technical projects. Exposure to these real-life technical projects will accelerate your career and develop your skills in a cutting-edge global environment.   DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:  Passion and aptitude for technology Strong technical and analytical skills, coupled with sharp business acumen Ability to work in teams effectively Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills Ability to meet deadlines Passion for excellence with high integrity, and commitment to quality    What do we look for in all potential ETC Interns? Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom Strong project management and communication skills Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work   BASIC QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:  Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA or higher Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer Must be willing to work from the office at Research Park during the summer Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship   ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:  You must be 18 years or older Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.   Reasonable Accommodation Notice:   Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you need special accommodation, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to etc@syf.com.

Are you looking to get a critical jump start on a career in Business? The Synchrony Emerging Technology Center located at UIUC’s Research Park focuses on advancing our internal capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains to create long-term value for our customers. The interns in the program will work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders. Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development. During the summer, each intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future.  When you’re here, you’re part of the team and we’ll expect you to help us raise the bar. Business, Marketing, Consulting ETC INTERNSHIP:  In the Business ETC Internship at Synchrony, you’ll work closely with our teams to identify and implement breakthrough changes. Work on specialized projects to help Synchrony further our capabilities in Data, Enterprise Operations, Technology, and more. Work within Agile teams to perform discovery, prioritize work, and identify opportunities to make large-scale changes. Provide project support, road mapping, reporting, and training and development. Provide a flexible, can-do mindset that will adjust to new projects quickly and help execute key initiatives within the organization. The internship will be spent working side by side with Synchrony teams where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to complete challenging projects. Exposure to these real-life projects will accelerate your career and develop your skills in a cutting-edge global environment.   DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:  Passion and aptitude for technology Strong technical and analytical skills, coupled with sharp business acumen Ability to work in teams effectively Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills Ability to meet deadlines Passion for excellence with high integrity, and commitment to quality What do we look for in all potential ETC Interns? Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom Strong project management and communication skills Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work BASIC QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:  Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA or higher Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer Must be willing to work from the office at Research Park during the summer Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:  You must be 18 years or older Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Notice:   Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you need special accommodation, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to etc@syf.com

Do you have a passion for Data Science and Data Analytics? The Synchrony Emerging Technology Center located at UIUC’s Research Park focuses on advancing our internal capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains to create long-term value for our customers. The interns in the program will work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders. Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development. During the summer, each intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future.  When you’re here, you’re part of the team and we’ll expect you to help us raise the bar. DATA AND ANALYTICS CAPABILITIES INTERNSHIP The Synchrony Internal Data Products Team is seeking an intern to work side by side with Data Product Managers, Analytics, Technology and Business stakeholders and Subject Matter experts to build, enhance and support enterprise data products and capabilities. Depending on the background and business priorities the intern will apply her/his/their technical and problem-solving skills to one or several data analytics and data science projects, spanning: Proof of concept creation using cloud technologies or graph networks Data product monitoring and visualization in using SQL, Python and/or Tableau Building analytics to support a real credit or marketing campaign strategy Enhancing our internal entity resolution algorithms Building analyses and recommendations to improve our existing data products, or to inform enterprise use cases The internship will be spent working side by side with Synchrony teams where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to complete challenging projects. Exposure to these real-life projects will accelerate your career and develop your skills in a cutting-edge global  environment. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, computer science, statistics, finance, accounting, marketing or related analytics field Must combine technical expertise with business acumen and teamwork skills to actively listen, seek feedback, and document the needs and asks from the stakeholders, properly articulating problem/ask, constraints of a problem and tradeoffs Attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills Project management skills such as the ability to share progress, seek support when roadblocks arise, meet deadlines and take self-initiative as they complete tasks Outstanding ability and curiosity to analyze, troubleshoot and solve complex problems Passion for excellence with high integrity, and commitment to quality Comfortable as a member for highly matrixed, cross-functional organization Strong background in Microsoft Excel, SQL, SAS, Python Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, MS Excel – leveraging Formulas, PivotTables, and Building Excel reports) Experience with Tableau Data Visualization preferred but not required Familiarity with graph network technology (neo4j) and Cypher querying preferred but not required  What do we look for in all potential ETC Interns? Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom Strong project management and communication skills Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work Basic Eligibility Qualifications: Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA or higher Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer Must be willing to work from the office at Research Park during the summer Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship Additional Eligibility Qualifications: You must be 18 years or older Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Notice:  Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you need special accommodation, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to etc@syf.com.

Are you someone who is interested in work specifically in the field of customer experience or service design? Do you want to design for the entire experience, not just within one vertical? If you’re looking to zoom out and work on the larger customer journey, look no further! The Synchrony Emerging Technology Center located at UIUC’s Research Park focuses on advancing our internal capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains to create long-term value for our customers. The interns in the program will work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders. Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development. During the summer, each intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future. When you’re here, you’re part of the team and we’ll expect you to help us raise the bar. CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE/SERVICE DESIGN PERSONALIZATION & TOUCH GOVERNANCE INITIATIVE: In the Customer Experience Internship at Synchrony, you’ll work closely with our teams to identify and implement breakthrough changes. Depending on the background and business priorities the intern will apply her/his/their technical and problem-solving skills to one or several projects: Work on specialized projects to help Synchrony further our capabilities in Technology, Data, Enterprise Operations, and more. Work within Agile teams to perform discovery, prioritize work, and identify opportunities to make large-scale changes. Provide virtual workshop support and remote unmoderated survey and remote moderated behavioral research development. Co-create sessions, data synthesis and analysis of workshop and research data Provide a flexible, can-do mindset that will adjust to new projects quickly and help execute key initiatives within the organization. Empowers to innovate by helping consumers and employees to rewrite and restructure the story of their service experience, modernize operations and organizational structures, and create a greater value for everyone who participates in a service. Clearly and concisely synthesize and analyze both quant/qual data and insights to help drive design decisions and iterations, with guidance from senior designers and stakeholders Use frameworks, workshops, and artifacts to bring individuals along and align on the overall experience and strategy. Visualize experience/ecosystem maps, user journeys and service blueprints, interaction models, process flows, storyboards and prototypes. Frame and tell the story of design solutions. Present the communication of research findings, conceptual ideas, detailed design, and design rationale both verbally and visually. Bring passion and energy to shift from a product mindset to a service and platform mindset Work on a pre-defined program and project. The internship will be spent working side by side with Synchrony teams where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to complete challenging projects. Exposure to these real-life projects will accelerate your career and develop your skills in a cutting-edge global environment. What do we look for in all potential ETC Interns? Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom Strong project management and communication skills Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS: Passion and aptitude for technology Strong technical and analytical skills, coupled with sharp business acumen Ability to work in teams effectively with varying levels of product maturity Strong oral and written communication skills; expertise conveying ideas and concepts through storyboarding, sketching, and prototyping Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working independently and knowing when to ask for input, feedback, or support Attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills Ability to meet deadlines Passion for excellence with high integrity, and commitment to quality Design thinking driven, user-centric with a passion for excellence Experience with imagining the future and visualizing service concepts to generate excitement across the organization Strong collaborator with experience using Whiteboard tools such as Figjam and other collaboration tools to facilitate co-creating the service blueprint with cross-functional teams Undergraduate or graduate degrees; Design (Web and Interactive Design or Digital Media & Design) Basic Eligibility Qualifications: Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA or higher Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer Must be willing to work from the office at Research Park during the summer Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship Additional Eligibility Qualifications: You must be 18 years or older Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you need special accommodation, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to etc@syf.com.