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R&D Process Trainee

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    • Aalst, Vlaams Gewest, België
  • R&D

Functieomschrijving

Start Date: March or April 2025 
Contract Type: Internship (6 months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday – daytime hours


With a long-term vision of valuing agricultural raw materials and developing quality products for the food, health and renewable energy sectors, Tereos is a leader in the sugar, alcohol and starch markets. The Group’s commitments to society and the environment contribute to the company’s performance in the long term while strengthening its contribution as a responsible player. The Tereos cooperative group, a union of 11,200 cooperative members, has a recognized knowhow in the processing of beet, sugarcane, cereals, alfalfa, and potatoes. Through 43 industrial sites, a presence in 15 countries and the commitment of its 15 800 employees, Tereos supports its customers close to their markets with a broad and complementary range of products. In 2023/24, the Group posted €7,1 bn turnover.


Responsibilities

Internship: Modelization of Plant Processes Using SuperPro Design

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student for a 6-month internship focused on modelizing plant processes using the SuperPro Design tool. The intern will work on applying the SuperPro modelization tool to the Aalst plant with the following goals:


  1. Obtain a robust and accurate mass balance and energy balance.
  2. Determine the water, chemicals, and energy consumption based on the mass and energy balance.
  3. Link the obtained data to CO2 emissions.


Your main responsibilities:

  • Utilize the SuperPro Design tool to modelize plant processes.
  • Analyze and interpret data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary information.
  • Prepare detailed reports on findings and progress.

We offer

Joining Tereos means giving yourself the opportunity to develop within a leading cooperative group in its markets. It is also the possibility of undertaking in a collaborative and meaningful environment to meet the challenges of tomorrow in terms of food, energy, and health by the valorisation of vegetable raw materials.

We ensure personal and collective fulfilment through our initiatives to promote the quality of life at work and the balance of personal and professional life. Convinced of the richness of diversity, an essential component of our growth, we are committed to equality and the development of an inclusive corporate culture where everyone can bring their authenticity and particularities to work.


Vereisten

  • Currently enrolled in a relevant engineering or science program.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with process modeling tools, preferably SuperPro Design.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

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