Engineering Intern

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?

• Develop professional skills through structured learning and development experiences.
• Learn from experienced professionals through mentorship and coaching
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• Participate in our Speaker Series events featuring business and technical leaders.
• Connect with employees and fellow interns through networking events and Coffee Chats
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• Explore career opportunities across a global manufacturing and technology organization.
• Present your work and accomplishments to business leaders at the end of your internship.
• Build a professional network and gain valuable experience that prepares you for future internships and full-time career opportunities.

At
MTI
, interns are valued contributors who work alongside experienced professionals to solve real business challenges and make meaningful contributions from day one.

Position: Mechanical Engineering Intern

Location
:
Canaan, CT

Pay: $25/hr - $30/hr

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

Qualifications/Requirements:

The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Relevant coursework, academic projects, laboratory work, research experience, or previous internship experience related to engineering principles and practices.
• Experience using data analysis, CAD, statistical tools, or engineering software is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret technical data.
• Proficiency in…