Summer Maintenance Intern – Paper Plant, De Pere, WI

Ahlstrom; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom in De Pere, Wisconsin is seeking a Maintenance Intern for Summer 2027 to assist with day-to-day troubleshooting of process and reliability issues in a paper manufacturing environment. You will gain hands-on experience supporting maintenance activities and process improvements.

The role requires enrollment in an Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Controls engineering program, eligibility to work in the United States, and the ability to relocate to De Pere for the summer.

Qualifications

• enrolled in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Controls or related degree program.
• Authorized to work in the United States for the full duration of the internship.
• Living in or relocating to De Pere, Wisconsin for Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Follow manufacturing processes, safety and quality guidelines in paper production.
• Review and implement preventative maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Assist with planning daily, weekly, and shutdown maintenance work.
• Support capital and maintenance projects as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within maintenance.
• Document equipment specs and history; assist with repairs when needed.
• Coordinate with plant teams and suppliers for parts and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Manufacturing environment familiarity

Full-time summer availability

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Controls or related degree

Job description

Ahlstrom in De Pere, Wisconsin is seeking a Maintenance Intern for Summer 2027 to assist with day-to-day troubleshooting of process and reliability issues in a paper manufacturing environment. You will gain hands-on experience supporting maintenance activities and process improvements.

The role requires enrollment in an Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Controls engineering program, eligibility to work in the United States, and the ability to relocate to De Pere for the summer.