Mechanical Engineering Student - Irving Pulp & Paper - Fall 2026

About the role#

This is a full-time, paid Mechanical Engineering internship for the Fall 2026 term. Students will work within the Pulp & Paper Division at either the Saint John or Utopia, New Brunswick locations. This role involves active participation in mill operations, project management, and equipment reliability.

What you'll do#

• Develop project concepts and complete preliminary design assignments.
• Prepare project funding applications and justifications.
• Manage construction contracts and handle the requisitioning of materials and services.
• Provide support for project construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Collaborate with contractors and mill personnel to plan and execute work packages for mill projects.
• Partner with the reliability team to conduct root cause failure analysis on equipment and optimize preventive maintenance programs.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree program with good academic standing.
• A safety-first mindset and the ability to work well within a team.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A long-term interest in pursuing an engineering career.

Location & details#

• Locations: Saint John, NB and Utopia, NB.
• Term: Fall 2026.
• Work Modality: On-site.