Engineering Intern

Company Overview

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company’s flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world’s largest known measured lithium source and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders. 

Lithium Americas is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia and operates in the U.S., with offices in Reno, NV and Winnemucca, NV. The Company’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol LAC. 

Our Purpose, Vision and Values

Our purpose, vision and values are the guiding principles that will serve as the cornerstone of our company’s future direction and operations, aligning our team and organization towards our common goals.

Our Purpose is to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass to enable North America to reduce dependence on foreign critical minerals and drive value for our stakeholders.

Our Vision is to be North America’s leading lithium producer to enable cleaner energy sources.

Our Values include Act with Integrity, Be Responsible and Act with Care, Commit to Excellence and Drive Innovation, and Be a Collaborative Partner.

Role

We are seeking an Engineering Intern to join our Site Engineering Team. In this role, you will be responsible for engineering operational support. This internship provides hands-on experience in process engineering, plant operations, commissioning and safety.  This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the clean energy sector.

The role is based at our Thacker Pass production facility office and reports to the Site Engineering Manager. Occasional travel to other LAC offices, project sites, or vendor locations may be required.

Intern Housing & Relocation Support

Housing and a one-time relocation stipend will be provided for the selected intern to support the relocation to the Winnemucca area.

Key Responsibilities 

• Promote Lithium Nevada’s safety-first culture through strict compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations as well as Lithium Nevada’s site-specific safety program.  Perform all assigned activities with a safety-first mindset.  Promote and foster employee “stop work” authority. Identify, report and mitigate safety hazards and observations as part of daily activities and safety walks. Champion safety standards and promote communication and accountability within all production areas.
• Assist process engineers with monitoring and analyzing plant performance data (mass balances, energy usage, yields, and efficiencies).
• Assist with data collection, documentation, and technical reporting
• Support development and review of PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, and operating manuals.
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) and Process Safety Management (PSM) activities.
• Observe and follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, EHS, and quality.
• Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Mining Engineering or Metallurgy.
• Completion of at least sophomore-level coursework by start date
• Basic understanding of chemical process principles (material/energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid flow, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial plant and construction environment.
• Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values.

Working at Lithium Americas

At Lithium Americas, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development.

We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.