Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Socket.dev; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Experience

Mentorship and Professional Training

Potential for full-time opportunities

Job summary

Amrize invites applications for an Electrical Engineer Intern position at our cement plant in Alpena, MI for a 10-week summer program. The role emphasizes hands-on experience in electrical systems, maintenance, and automation within a manufacturing setting.

The internship is paid and offers opportunities to work with PLC/SCADA systems, gain field experience, and present learnings to executives at the end of the term.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Electrical System Support: Assist in the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment within the cement plant.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Support the troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues, including motors, control systems, and other electrical components.
• Preventive Maintenance: Participate in the development and execution of preventive maintenance plans for electrical systems to ensure reliable plant operations.
• Automation and Control: Work with automation systems and control panels, including PLCs and SCADA systems, to monitor and control plant processes.
• Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Strong academic performance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Field work readiness

Education

Undergraduate in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC/SCADA familiarity

Job description

Join Amrize as a Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)and help construct what's 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!

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 Electrical Engineer Intern for Summer 2025 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 2027.

This internship will be based at ou cement plant in Alpena, MI.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

As an Electrical Engineer Intern at our cement plant, you will gain valuable, hands-on experience in cement production and work closely with our team of experienced engineers and professionals. Key responsibilities include:

• Electrical System Support: Assist in the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment within the cement plant.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Support the troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues, including motors, control systems, and other electrical components.
• Preventive Maintenance: Participate in the development and execution of preventive maintenance plans for electrical systems to ensure reliable plant operations.
• Automation and Control: Work with automation systems and control panels, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, to monitor and control plant processes.
• Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 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.
• Work Environment: You will be working in a cement manufacturing and production environment, which includes exposure to moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, and various weather conditions.
• Transportation: You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the worksite.
• Travel Requirements: You may need to travel for site tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events throughout the duration of your internship.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP

• Industry Experience: Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
• Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.