Intern - Process Engineer
 Rio Tinto | |
 United States, California, Boron | |
 Sep 05, 2025 | |
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For California based roles the expected hourly salary is $20/hour - $50/hour If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it. Our Internship Program is an opportunity for you to shape Rio Tinto from the inside out. We want you to be part of our leading global company to help take us forward by solving the emerging challenges of our time. At Rio Tinto, we believe the best ideas come from bringing people together with different perspectives to work toward a common goal - to create a better tomorrow. About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. We areofferinga 3-month Process Engineering Summer internship at our mine and refinery based inBoron,California. This is a great opportunity for an intern to be introduced to a dynamic environment of the mining industry that mandates the need for highly trained and qualified personnel to support the growing demands of producing high quality process analyses. Specifically, our processes include the use of chemicals, combustion systems, high pressure or high temperature which if not operated or maintained correctly could create a hazardous condition for employees. Existing and proposed mechanical and instrumentation processes are analyzed for failure modes and evaluated for risk. Rigid controls are created to ensure layers of protection exist for potentially hazardous scenarios. There is an increasing demand at both Rio Tinto Boron and other operational sites for technical expertise. We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills. Working in a challenging and exciting environment, within the RTM Borates Department, you will be:
What you'll bring
*To be eligible, you must be a registered student at a recognized American university and have the right to work full-time in the United States. What we offer
Where will you be working Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world's demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872. *Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings as there is enough applicants, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please submit your application as soon as possible. #Graduate About Rio Tinto Every Voice Matters Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity. Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information. | |