Maintenance Technician Intern

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Koch Fertilizer in Wever, IA is seeking a Maintenance Technician Intern to join our team for the Summer of 2027.

This is a great opportunity to learn about an industrial work environment without any previous experience and see the foundation of a successful career in the maintenance space.

Koch has been consistently selected as one of the top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S by WayUp.

The internship opportunity is a 12-week program from late-May to early August 2027.

The shift schedule with be a 4-day, 10-hour shift work week.

At Koch, we believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur, no matter what role they are in.

As an intern there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our company.

Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today!

What You Will Do



* Gain hands-on experience working on projects that are representative of the work our full-time maintenance professionals perform.


* Partner with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve reliability across the facility.


* Support the inspection and maintenance of fixed equipment such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, boilers, furnaces, and heaters.


* Assist with the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of rotating equipment, including pumps and compressor systems.


* Work alongside our maintenance team to support equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and plant performance through predictive and preventive maintenance activities.

Physical Requirements


* Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.


* Bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds.


* Ability to climb straight ladders.

Some work may require heights in excess of 100 feet.


* Wearing industrial chemical plant uniforms and PPE as required.


* Confined space entry may be required.


* Ability to work in an industrial environment which includes availability for shift work and emergency call outs, while working indoors and outdoors

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of a relevant degree, certificate, or workforce training program


* Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship


* Willing and able to meet all physical requirements

What Will Put You Ahead



* Currently enrolled in programs such as Welding, Industrial Maintenance, Auto/diesel Tech, Mechanical Maintenance, Advanced Manufacturing, etc.


* Previous experience working in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.


* Previous armed forces experience as an aircraft mechanic, aircraft structural maintenance specialist, or other relevant military experience


* Experience maintaining or repairing rotating or fixed equipment.

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