Mechanical Engineer Intern

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Mechanical Engineer Intern

Job Summary

Intern - Summer 2026

Full-Time & Paid Internship

Location:

Program Length: Summer (12-16 Weeks)

About Us: Imerys is a global leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, employing over 16,000 people in 50 countries. We are dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.

Why Join Us: Step into the future with Imerys. We invite motivated individuals to join us and contribute to our mission. At our manufacturing plants, you’ll help transform minerals into solutions and products that enhance people’s lives. Our operations span a diverse range of customer markets, making efficient and effective use of precious natural resources.

Opportunity to Drive Improvements: Thrive in a dynamic, informal, and non-hierarchical culture where your ideas matter.

Broad-Based Experience: Work on diverse projects across various businesses and organizations.

Collaborative Communication: Influence and collaborate across boundaries, enhancing your teamwork skills.

Unique Experiences: Take on increasing responsibilities within an exciting and evolving business environment.

What Our Internship Program Offers:

Immediate Responsibilities: Dive into real projects from day one with clear responsibilities and impactful tasks.

Continuous Coaching & Mentoring: Receive guidance and formal training from passionate professionals and your dedicated manager.

Senior Leader Visibility: Engage with senior leadership and gain invaluable insights into the industry.

Dynamic and Respectful Environment: Enjoy a work culture that values every individual, promotes agility, and supports work/life balance.

Priority for Full-Time Positions: Successfully complete your internship and university graduation to gain priority for full-time opportunities at Imerys.

Your Role:

Project Overview & Description: The scope of the project is three fold. 1) design and implement best practice outfall discharge points that are safe and functional for stormwater and NPDES outfall sampling; 2) Evaluate the current stormwater systems and design improvements to the systems that best support minimal water discharge from site; and 3) to organize and digitize the supporting documentation for compliance activities occurring onsite.

Project Description & Deliverables: Observe and document current preventative maintenance practices. Research OEM recommendations/schedules and compare with current practices. From these inputs, recommend and develop improved PMs that can be implemented, working with personnel at the site to update the PMs in the CMMS, and train maintenance personnel on their execution, developing SOPs and guides/resource materials as necessary. Many of the site’s PMs are based on historical practices. Information on recommended maintenance schedules from OEMs is sometimes limited. The purpose of this project is to develop more comprehensive PM plans that better incorporate OEM guidance so that the site can better maintain its assets, reduce unscheduled downtime and allow for better cost management.

Project Learning Objectives:

Develop an understanding of industrial equipment

Develop an understanding of Preventive Maintenance

Develop an understanding of CMMS

Build on communication and collaboration skills

Ideal Candidates Are:

- Pursuing a degree in: Relevant field, e.g., Mechanical Engineering etc.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Problem Solvers: Enjoy collaborating to tackle challenges.

- Leaders: Demonstrate leadership in various settings, such as school clubs, sports teams, or work projects.

- Authorized to Work in the U.S.

- Able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Compensation: The wage range for this role considers various factors such as location, student classification, and major. We offer competitive wages that reflect the value of your contributions and the cost of living at the program’s geographical location.

Relocation Support: Assistance to help you where you need to go.

Competitive Wages: Attractive compensation for your valuable contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Ready to Shape the Future?

If you’re eager to learn, grow, and make a significant impact, we want you on our team. Apply now to start your journey with Imerys and unlock endless possibilities.

Apply Today!

Note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Join us at Imerys and let’s innovate together!

Position Type

Part time

and

Intern (Fixed Term)

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recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.