Maintenance Intern

• Summer 2027, De Pere, WI (5305)
  Requisition ID 5305
• Posted 09/16/2026
• Food & Consumer Packaging
• Food Packaging BU
• Nicolet Plant
• De Pere
• Posting Country (1)
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  We are seeking a Maintenance Intern at our De Pere, Wisconsin plant for Summer 2027.

This individual will aid in the day-to-day troubleshooting of process/reliability problems and execution of maintenance activities in a paper manufacturing environment. We offer the opportunity to work in an engaged, team-focused environment while building related skills and experience for your future.

Pay Rate

$27.00 per hour

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Enrolled in an Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls or related degree program

Living in or willing to relocate to the De Pere, Wisconsin area from June

• August 2027
  Ability to work full-time for the duration of the position
  Strong desire to work within a fast-paced, manufacturing environment
  Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization
  Strong technical aptitude and proven problem solving abilities
  Responsibilities
  Must follow Ahlstrom's manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable to the position's areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper.

Review, develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance processes to reduce unplanned downtime and increase overall asset efficiency

Work with plant teams and maintenance personnel in identifying and planning daily, weekly, and shutdown work

Assist with multiple capital and maintenance projects

Initiate and facilitate continuous improvement projects within the maintenance area

Investigate maintenance needs as required to support operations

Support maintenance craftsman with their day to day tasks

Work with suppliers ordering equipment and parts

Document equipment specifications and history

Provide maintenance coverage for start-ups from outages

Assist craftsman in performing repairs when necessary

Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Join our journey to create a more sustainable world with products and solutions that Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions.

We are deeply committed to building and maintaining safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. At Ahlstrom, we all have equal opportunities to belong and reach our full potential. Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people. Read more at www.ahlstrom.com