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Rayonier Advanced Materials Engineering Intern in Fernandina Beach, Florida
About RYAM
RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at https://ryamglobal.com
RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.
AT RYAM, we're shaping the future of talent.
RYAM has a specific purpose...to be the world's leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company's mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.
RYAM’s Fernandina mill is one the leading global manufacturers of high purity cellulose, a natural polymer commonly found in cell phones, computer screens, filters, food, and pharmaceuticals. It was constructed in 1937 near downtown Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, Florida. The plant produces 155,000 metric tons of softwood cellulose specialties per year and employs more than 300 people.
How you’ll shape the future of the engineering group:
Rayonier Advanced Materials “RYAM” is seeking outstanding college students in Chemical and Mechanical Engineering degree programs to join our team as Interns for Spring, Summer, or Fall 2025 in Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Project Engineering and Maintenance/Reliability Engineering at our Performance Fibers manufacturing facilities in Fernandina Beach, Florida.
With RYAM, you will work on meaningful, real-world projects that will expand your knowledge and stretch your capabilities. You will have the ability to focus on process optimization, quality improvement, cost reduction, and environmental performance, while learning the manufacturing process and building technical, analytical, and project management skills.
You’ll be someone who can bring:
Currently enrolled in college
Majoring in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
Have a 3.0 GPA or better
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Previous internship experience is preferred, but not required.
Why you’ll love working for RYAM:
Hands-on experience working on current projects
Participation in on-going career skills training classes
Values base on integrity, accountability, quality, and people
Team based work environment based on respect
Future career opportunities
EOE/Vet/Disability