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Alcoa · 17 hours ago

Internship – Smelter Electrical Engineer

Alcoa is a company focused on turning raw potential into real progress. The Smelter Electrical Engineering Intern will support electrical engineering initiatives within a heavy industrial smelting operation, gaining hands-on experience with power systems and troubleshooting activities across large-scale manufacturing processes.
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Responsibilities

Assist with multiple small‑scale mechanical projects, including improvements to process equipment and production systems
Support troubleshooting, assessments, and documentation related to pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
Conduct field observations, collect technical data, and support equipment enhancement activities
Collaborate with engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams to implement mechanical improvements
Participate in planning, coordination, and execution of assigned engineering tasks

Qualification

Power systemsMotor drivesPLCsIndustrial automationElectrical schematicsTroubleshooting methodsAnalytical abilitiesWillingness to learnProblem-solvingEffective communicationTeamwork skillsAttention to detailInitiative

Required

Enrollment in an Electrical Engineering degree program
Interest in power systems, controls, and industrial automation
Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities
Ability to work safely around energized systems and industrial equipment
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Attention to detail in documentation, field observations, and troubleshooting
Willingness to learn, take initiative, and participate in hands‑on engineering tasks

Preferred

Coursework or experience related to power distribution, motor drives, PLCs, or industrial electrical systems
Familiarity with electrical schematics, control diagrams, or troubleshooting methods

Company

Alcoa is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products.

H1B Sponsorship

Alcoa has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (4)
2024 (5)
2022 (1)
2021 (3)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.01B
Key Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-03-03Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2022-04-04Grant· $7.7M
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Matthew Reed
Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer
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