At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity, and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experiences make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the experiences of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

Job Summary

As a Summer Intern with the Maintenance and Engineering Department, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting both maintenance and reliability functions within the plant. You will assist with activities such as updating preventive maintenance documentation, organizing spare parts inventory, supporting work order closeout, collecting equipment data in the field, and participating in basic reliability‑focused tasks under supervision. You will also work alongside the engineering team on assignments that may include reviewing pressure vessel design, piping stress considerations, and pump application and selection criteria. This internship is designed to build your technical knowledge, strengthen your problem‑solving skills, and provide exposure to real‑world operations in a fast‑paced industrial environment.

Location: Geismar, LA (This position is not available for remote work)

Terms: Summer 2026 (Dates can be adjusted based on college schedule)

What You'll Do:

• Support the Maintenance and Engineering Department with day‑to‑day operational tasks and project needs.
• Assist with updating preventive maintenance documentation and organizing spare parts inventory.
• Support work order closeout by gathering, entering, and verifying required maintenance information.
• Collect equipment data in the field to support reliability efforts and basic troubleshooting activities.
• Work alongside engineers to assist with reviews related to pressure vessel design, piping stress considerations, and pump application and selection criteria.
• Participate in equipment performance checks by collecting and analyzing data under the guidance of an experienced engineer.
• Help identify equipment inefficiencies, potential design concerns, and safety or environmental risks, and contribute to recommended corrective actions.
• Support plant improvement initiatives, including small projects, documentation updates, and reliability‑focused tasks.
• Gain exposure to safe work practices and ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with company and regulatory safety standards.
• Learn day‑to‑day operations within the production unit and assist with resolving operational issues as they arise.

What You'll Bring:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, with an expected graduation date of August 2026 or later.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work legally in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Ability to work at heights, outdoors, and in environments where exposure to hazardous chemicals may occur.
• Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, changes in equipment noise, and radio communications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Are you a good match? Apply today! 

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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