https://www.imerys.com/careers/jobs/req-10965
The Position
Geology Internship
Job Summary
Intern – Summer 2026
Full-Time & Paid Internship
Location: Sandersville, Georgia
Program Length: Summer (12-16 Weeks)
About Us: Imerys is a global leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, employing over 16,000 people in 50 countries. We are dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.
Why Join Us: Step into the future with Imerys, we invite motivated individuals to join us and contribute to our mission. At our manufacturing plants, you’ll help transform minerals into solutions and products that enhance people’s lives. Our operations span a diverse range of customer markets, making efficient and effective use of precious natural resources.
Opportunity to Drive Improvements: Thrive in a dynamic, informal, and non-hierarchical culture where your ideas matter.
Broad-Based Experience: Work on diverse projects across various businesses and organizations.
Collaborative Communication: Influence and collaborate across boundaries, enhancing your teamwork skills.
Unique Experiences: Take on increasing responsibilities within an exciting and evolving business environment.
What Our Internship Program Offers:
Immediate Responsibilities: Dive into real projects from day one with clear responsibilities and impactful tasks.
Continuous Coaching & Mentoring: Receive guidance and formal training from passionate professionals and your dedicated manager.
Senior Leader Visibility: Engage with senior leadership and gain invaluable insights into the industry.
Dynamic and Respectful Environment: Enjoy a work culture that values every individual, promotes agility, and supports work/life balance.
Priority for Full-Time Positions: Successfully complete your internship and university graduation to gain priority for full-time opportunities at Imerys.
Your Role:
Project Overview & Description: The creation of a library of in-situ density measurements from cut geological core samples for application to the geological models used at Sandersville, Andersonville, and Eufaula. Additionally, statistical correlation of cut core geochemistry to corresponding density will be used to create a predictive density model for future exploration targets.
Project Description & Deliverables: A successful candidate will have an intrigue for marginal marine diagenesis and the formation of Fall Line wide-spread kaolinic and bauxitic deposits found in middle Georgia and Alabama. A high-tolerance for performing repetitive tasks and measurements is also essential (with an understanding that tedium will lead to a great final work and library of knowledge).
The candidate will extract cut clay core from historical drill campaigns and use a state-of-the-art handheld 3D scanner to generate digital models of each core sample through which a volume measurement will be calculated. Each sample will also require a corresponding moisture measurement simple drying oven operation and loss on ignition testing at 110°C. There may be opportunity for collection and geotagging of in-field samples at active or historical mine sites if core archives are deemed inadequate. Core interval geochemistry will be statistically correlated to density measurements to create a predictive model for clay density.
Project Learning Objectives:Experience the guided development of a library of geological knowledge to serve as a foundation for mine engineering, target evaluation, and predictive geochemical statistics.
Ideal Candidates Are:
• Pursuing a degree in: Relevant field, e.g., Mining Engineering, Geology, etc.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Problem Solvers: Enjoy collaborating to tackle challenges.
• Leaders: Demonstrate leadership in various settings, such as school clubs, sports teams, or work projects.
• Authorized to Work in the U.S.
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check.
Compensation: The wage range for this role considers various factors such as location, student classification, and major. We offer competitive wages that reflect the value of your contributions and the cost of living at the program’s geographical location.
Relocation Support: Assistance to help you where you need to go.
Competitive Wages: Attractive compensation for your valuable contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Ready to Shape the Future?
If you’re eager to learn, grow, and make a significant impact, we want you on our team. Apply now to start your journey with Imerys and unlock endless possibilities.