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Intern - Electromechanical Operations
**General purpose of the internship**
Support first-level operation and maintenance of DLE systems and their auxiliary services under direct supervision, developing technical competencies and professional skills within a real industrial environment. Participate in operational maneuvers, process monitoring, basic maintenance, and continuous improvement, applying theoretical knowledge while gaining practical experience in safety, plant operations, and teamwork.
*Activity balance: ~20% System operation / ~30% First-level maintenance / ~50% Learning and competency development.*
**Supervision and collaboration**
* **Reports to:** Operations Supervisor and Electromechanical Operations Technician (assigned mentor).
* **Collaborates with:** Maintenance, Laboratory, HSE, Engineering, and Warehouse/Logistics teams.
**Learning responsibilities and activities**
**I. System Operation (under supervision)**
* Learn to apply Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) policies and internal plant regulations.
* Assist in equipment start-ups, operation, and shutdowns per SOPs, work permits, and LOTO procedures.
* Accompany process parameter monitoring via SCADA/DCS and field operational rounds.
* Observe and learn alarm and deviation response, participating in basic diagnostics under mentor guidance.
* Support valve, pump, and pipeline alignment; consumable replacement; and equipment preparation.
* Participate in sampling activities coordinated with the Laboratory, learning protocols and chain-of-custody procedures.
* Collaborate in managing operational inventories (chemicals, filtration media, PPE).
* Maintain daily activity logs and learn shift handover techniques.
**II. First-Level Maintenance (assistance and learning)**
* Perform simple preventive maintenance tasks under supervision (lubrication, technical cleaning, visual inspections).
* Assist in basic diagnostic and corrective maintenance activities alongside the Maintenance team.
* Learn to record information in work orders (WOs): observations, spare parts used, time spent.
* Become familiar with critical spare parts and supplies, their specifications, and warehouse management systems.
**III. Professional Development and Continuous Improvement**
* Observe and learn application of 5S principles and workplace organization in assigned areas.
* Identify and report substandard conditions, near-misses, or opportunities for improvement.
* Participate in commissioning, testing, and trial activities, documenting observations and learnings.
* Develop an internship project focused on optimization, documentation, or process improvement (as agreed with supervisor).
**Other typical internship activities**
* Conduct operational rounds using checklists, recording data and instrument readings.
* Practice inspections to detect leaks, vibrations, abnormal noises, and corrosion.
* Practice reading and interpreting P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and technical symbology.
* Manage material requisitions and warehouse withdrawals, verifying specifications.
* Observe and support contractor work under supervision by the plant team.
* Document activities, deviations, and learnings in the internship report.
* Participate in safety meetings, operational meetings, and shift handover presentations.
**Requirements**
* **Current student** in final year of a higher-education technical program: Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanics, Instrumentation and Control, Automation, or related fields.
* **Theoretical knowledge** in: mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; basic electricity; process instrumentation and control.
* Basic ability to read technical drawings (P&IDs, electrical diagrams).
* Basic knowledge of pumps, valves, piping, and process instrumentation.
* Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Valid Class B driver’s license (desirable, depending on site location).
* **Availability:** 3 to 6 months for professional internship.
* Availability for on-site work on a 5x2 shift schedule (40 hours per week).
* Basic technical English (desirable but not mandatory).
**Competencies to be developed**
* **Operational discipline:** Rigorous adherence to safety and operational procedures.
* **Technical observation:** Ability to detect anomalies and abnormal conditions.
* **Effective communication:** Clear reporting and collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams.
* **Active learning:** Proactivity in asking questions, researching, and deepening knowledge.
* **Adaptability:** Flexibility in response to operational changes and task assignments.
* **Responsibility:** Commitment to assigned tasks, punctuality, and orderliness.
**Internship benefits**
* Hands-on experience in a real industrial plant utilizing Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology.
* Mentorship from experienced professionals in operations and maintenance.
* Development of technical competencies and soft skills valued across the industry.
* Participation in innovation and continuous improvement projects.
* Potential for continued employment based on performance and company needs.
*This professional internship is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares students for successful entry into the industrial workforce, integrating technical knowledge with professional skill development and a strong safety culture.*

PA239-Parada / Museo Militar, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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