**General Purpose of the Internship** ==================================== We are seeking a **final-year** student of **Industrial** or **Mechanical Engineering** to join the ALPACA project team as an **Operations Analyst Intern**. The intern will support operational process standardization and improvement, technical documentation development, and generation of reports and KPIs to enable data-driven decision-making during commissioning and early operations. **Supervision** and **Collaboration** ==================================== * **Reports to:** LATAM Operations Director * **Collaborates with:** ================= + Local: Maintenance, Operations, Laboratory, HSE, Engineering, and Warehouse/Logistics teams. + Remote: Engineering teams in the USA and Canada. **Responsibilities** and **Learning Activities:** =============================================================== * Develop workflows and map operational and support processes (as-is and to-be). * Draft clear, reviewable, and field-applicable operating procedures and SOPs. * Execute and track the Management of Change (MOC) process: identify changes, assess risks, coordinate approvals, and ensure implementation. * Define, create, and maintain KPIs, system reports, and dashboards (operational and management) for various stakeholders. * Actively participate in identifying and prioritizing continuous improvement initiatives (root cause analysis, pilot proposals, follow-up). **Other Typical Activities During the Internship** ================================================================ * Draft and maintain the ALPACA Operational Model documentation (organizational structure, shifts, responsibilities, interfaces between lab and plant, escalation protocols), if internship duration permits. **Requirements** ============== * Final-year student in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field. * Availability for a hybrid internship (40 hours per week). * Strong technical writing skills and proven ability to map processes (flowcharts, swim lanes, RACI). * Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. * Safety-first mindset; detail-oriented, organized, and proactive. * **Intermediate level of English is mandatory.** ===================================================== * **Availability:** 1 to 3 months for professional internship. **Competencies to Be Developed** ====================================== During the internship, the Operations Analyst will have the opportunity to develop key technical and professional competencies: **Technical and Analytical** ========================= * Practical application of continuous improvement methodologies. * Development of operational workflows and documentation of real industrial processes. * Implementation of Management of Change (MOC) in a pilot operations and scaling environment. * Construction and automation of reports and indicators (KPIs) for decision-making. * Exposure to data systems, operational integration, and plant performance analysis. **Management and Leadership** =================================== * Participation in the commissioning of an innovative production system (DLE). * Strengthening the ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences. * Interdisciplinary coordination across Operations, Engineering, and Laboratory teams. * Development of operational judgment and systemic vision of industrial processes. **Personal and Professional** ==================================== * Improved planning and time management skills. * Learning to work in dynamic and multicultural environments. * Development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability. **Internship Benefits** ====================================== * Hands-on experience in an industrial plant using Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology. * Mentorship from experienced professionals in operations and maintenance. * Development of industry-valued technical competencies and soft skills. * Involvement in technological innovation and continuous improvement projects. *This professional internship is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares the student for successful entry into the industrial workforce, combining technical knowledge with professional skill development and a safety culture.*