Automation Engineering Intern Amrize/Holcim Portland Cement

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Florence (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and professional development

Experience in building materials industry

Potential for full-time employment upon graduation

Job summary

A construction solutions company is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. This 10-week paid internship will focus on sustainable building practices and provide hands-on experience in engineering principles, with responsibilities including project specifications and communication with clients. Ideal candidates should be enrolled in an engineering program, display strong teamwork skills, and possess a proactive attitude towards challenges. The position is based in Portland, CO.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Strong academic performance in engineering.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field.

Responsibilities

• Commit to safety policies and improve adherence.
• Prepare estimates and budgets.
• Create project specifications and technical reports.
• Finish projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Curiosity

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Engineering

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Automation Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) and help construct whats next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Amrize offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking an Automation Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 27th, 2026.

This internship will be based at our site in Portland, CO.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Preparing estimates and budgets.
• Creating accurate project specifications.
• Creating technical reports.
• Completing regulatory documents concerning safety issues.
• Finishing projects on time and within budget.
• Communicating with clients and coworkers about analysis results.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic students who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Computer Science, Electrical/Instrumentation, or Process Controls Engineering.
• Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• In this internship position, you will be working in a cement manufacturing/production environment. Within this environment, you will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and more.
• You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from your worksite for the summer.
• Throughout the duration of your internship, you may be required to travel for site tours, shadow experiences, or intern events.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

• Experience within the building materials industry.
• Mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• A culture that promotes diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Learn about the industry from all levels of Amrize management.
• Potential opportunity, upon graduation, for full-time employment with a successful, fast-growing company!

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.