Trainee - Operations

Global Trainee (all genders)

Work model (Office)

Location – Contagem/MG | Full Time

Application deadline: April 17, 2026 | Start Date: September, 2026

Ready to start a career that makes an impact?

The Global Trainee Program marks the beginning of a hands-on, international journey at RHI Magnesita. Designed for early-career graduates, the program offers the opportunity to grow into future leaders and experts through real responsibility, diverse rotations, and exposure to a global industrial business from day one.

Throughout the program, you will gain practical experience across different departments, build a strong professional network, and develop a deep understanding of how our business operates worldwide. By the end of the program, you will transition into your final role, equipped with the skills, insights, and confidence to shape your future with us.

Apply now and take the next step in your career — stay curious, keep learning, and grow with us.

Your position

We are looking for outstanding individuals with the potential to become the leaders and experts of the future by embodying RHIM’s mission! You will have the chance to be part of a dedicated program with a permanent contract since the beginning and challenge yourself in different departments and functions to gain experience and know RHIM’s reality at all, in order to land in your final position with good knowledge of the business and an extended network!

Your tasks

Are you ready to take your career to 1200 °C and beyond? The Refractory Factory Trainee Program is the initial step for top-notch graduates who want to join Operations field towards a stimulating and exciting journey within RHI Magnesita, offering unique insights to discover and improve your talents and to become the leaders and experts of our future.

Your profile

• University Degree complete in Science/Engineering e.g., Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Material Science, etc.)
• Professional working/internship experience in the fields of Lean/HSE/plants Operations/Industrial area.
• International mindset and mobile (willingness and ability to relocate in the future)
• Leadership potential
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Fluent in Portuguese
• Motivation to take initiative and drive topics forward
• Pragmatic problem-solving skills and clear communication style
• Open-minded, agile, and comfortable with change
• Ability to thrive in diverse, international environment.

Additional languages

• Fluent in Spanish

Nice to have

• Mobility to Contagem-MG
• Available from September 2026

The program & hiring process

The hiring process for the Global Trainee Program 2026 takes place between March and June 2026 and includes several stages, such as CV screening, interviews, a personality questionnaire, and an assessment center.

Successful candidates will receive their contracts between June and July and will start their positions in September 2026. Throughout the program, trainees will complete multiple assignments and rotations, gaining cross-functional exposure and building a strong internal network.

Our offer

We offer a competitive salary package aligned with market standards and your individual qualifications.

In addition, you can expect:

• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Early responsibility and hands-on project work
• Exposure to an international business environment
• Collaboration with experts across functions and regions

Salary and benefits are aligned with market trends for companies of our size and industry, including health insurance, bonus, and meal card. Our benefits package also focuses on well-being and work–life balance, such as extended maternity and paternity leave, emotional support programs, Wellhub, among others. 

Do you want to take the next step?

Please apply via our website and submit your application in English, you can access here: link to the website. Applications by email cannot be accepted due to data protection regulations.

At RHI Magnesita, everyone is welcome. We value diversity in all its forms and evaluate applications based solely on qualifications and experience. If you share our passion for shaping tomorrow’s world, we encourage you to apply — even if you do not meet every single requirement. We also actively encourage individuals with disabilities to submit their application.

About RHI Magnesita

As the global leader in refractories, RHI Magnesita supplies advanced products, technologies, and services essential for high-temperature industrial processes in sectors such as steel, cement, and glass. With around 20,000 employees and production sites across the globe, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and market leadership. By supporting our customers’ transition to greener solutions and reducing emissions across our value chain, we are shaping tomorrow’s world.

Find out more:

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