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Job Title


Automation Technician Intern


Company : Novelis


Location : Bay Minette, AL


Created : 2026-01-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.Automation Technician InternNovelis in Bay Minette, AL has an exciting opportunity to participate in our on-site summer internship. The team is seeking an Electrical Technician intern that can join the team for approximately 12 weeks. The person in this role will have the opportunity to participate in meaningful work and gain hands-on industry experience. The person in this role will report to the EMRA Leader and will gain experience in Automation Technology in a manufacturing environment.Responsibilities & QualificationsResponsibilitiesShadow and assist qualified electricians performing the following:Uses Siemens S7-1500F series of PLC for troubleshooting process and equipment related problems through TIA portal.Get acquitted to the utilization of iBA data acquisition systemGet to know aluminum process associated with scalper, Pusher Furnaces and rolling mills.Use specialized measuring and diagnostic devices to evaluate equipmentInstall, maintain and repair electrical, electromechanical, and electronic parts of machinery and equipmentPerform repair and preservation of field, plant and shop for electronic and electrical systems, equipment, and devicesRead and interpret blueprints, schematics and wiring diagramsPlan and prepare work orders or instructions utilizing blueprints, sketches, and drawingsReceive training in electrical safety and other electrical/maintenance dutiesQualificationsEnrolled in an accredited 2-year Automation or Mechatronics technology programInterested in gaining hands-on industry experience prior to graduationEffective interpersonal and communication skills which are essential for interacting with all levels of the organizationMust be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employerPreferred QualificationsSiemens PLC knowledgeSiemens TIA PortalNetwork knowledge (Cisco equipment)Siemens VFD drivesSolid computer skillsNovelis' newly announced Bay Minette facility will be located 35 miles northeast of Mobile AL and 45 miles west of Pensacola FL and is expected to create approximately 1000 high-paying advanced careers in modern manufacturing. This highly advanced rolling and recycling facility will be the first of its kind. It will primarily serve our customers in the beverage can and automotive markets. Novelis is committed to the community and will actively build partnerships in Baldwin County focused on recycling STEM education and workforce development. At Novelis we believe our culture of collaboration is our competitive advantage and we would love for you to consider building a career with us.Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.We encourage all potential candidates to follow the protocols below and to be diligent when sharing any personal information:1. Check the job posting is live and valid via our careers page: Careers - Novelis2. Verify any communication with us by contacting our talent team at Careers - Novelis