Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI)

MTI is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. 

Why Intern at MTI?

Job Summary:

The Engineering Intern will support engineering and operational projects focused on improving safety, quality, productivity, reliability, sustainability, and process performance. Working alongside engineers and cross-functional teams, the intern will gain hands-on experience in project management, data analysis, process improvement, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives while contributing to business objectives and operational excellence efforts.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with engineering projects related to manufacturing, process improvement, equipment reliability, product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support process optimization, cost reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment, process, and production-related issues.
• Participate in project planning, execution, and tracking activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, procedures, and presentations.
• Conduct research and analysis to support engineering recommendations and project goals.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, environmental, and safety teams on assigned projects.
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvement activities as assigned.
• Participate in plant, laboratory, office, and field activities as required by project assignments.
• Present project findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

OE/Lean:  5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, Standard Work

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may work in a combination of office, laboratory, manufacturing, or other operational environments depending on assigned projects and business needs.

Responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and using standard office equipment including computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. The position may also require interaction with manufacturing equipment, laboratory instruments, production processes, or outdoor work areas under the supervision of Company personnel.

The employee will regularly communicate with internal and external stakeholders through face-to-face interactions, telephone calls, electronic communications, and written correspondence.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, steel-toed footwear, high-visibility clothing, and other site-specific PPE, may be required when entering manufacturing, laboratory, or field locations. Adherence to all MTI safety policies, procedures, and training requirements is mandatory.

Work Hours:

Work schedule will be established based on business needs and the intern's academic schedule and availability.

Safety Training: 

New employees hired into this position will receive New Employee Safety Training through the Company's learning management system.

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