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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.

Hi All,

The Earth MRI mapping project funded by the USGS via the Michigan Geological Survey is entering its final year. We are starting to look for field assistants to work with the MS student mappers for this project.

As in previous years, I’m writing to ask for recommendations you might have for third and fourth year undergraduates to participate in this program. If you are aware of such students with an interest in such work, would you please forward their names to me or ask them to contact me? Also, feel free to get the word out that this opportunity exists for the coming field season.

Thanks for your help with this request. Let me know if you would like more details.

Best regards,

Jim–

James M. DeGraff

Research Professor

Dept. Geological & Mining Engineering & Sciences

Michigan Technological University

1400 Townsend Drive

Houghton, MI 49931-1295

Phone: 281-923-1122

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Job Details

Description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States. 

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm. 

Benefit options include: 

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Bonus program
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description: 

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, Schnabel Engineering is seeking a temporary full-time intern with the Geosciences group in Greensboro, NC.  We are looking for a motivated candidate to join our team of engineering geologists to support our efforts on interesting and challenging dam, tunnel, and geohazard projects across the United States.

The emphasis for this position is broadening the intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying geologic principles to real engineering problems under the supervision of senior Geo-Professionals. The position is anticipated to be held from mid-May through mid-August of 2026. Other timeframes may be considered, if necessary.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Performing geological and geotechnical field work including assisting with geological data collection and observing geotechnical subsurface explorations.
• Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD, GIS, and Leapfrog, and/or other mapping and analysis software, as applicable.
• Provide support to geologists and engineers preparing geological and geotechnical proposals and reports. 
• Travel will be required.

Required Skills/Experience: 

• Current enrollment in a geology bachelor’s or master’s program; other relevant engineering or science programs may be considered.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills including note taking in the field and computer literacy.
• Ability to work with direction as part of a team and ask questions.  
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work.
• Desire and willingness to work outdoors.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work long days in the field of up to 12 hours.

Preferred Skills/Experience: 

• Interest in geology or geotechnical investigation for civil engineering applications.
• Prior professional/scientific work or summer intern work in a related field.

Other Requirements: 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license as driving is an essential function of the job.
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening. 

The compensation range for this role is between $18.00 to $25.00. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.