Summer Internship 2027 - Electrolysis, Årdal

The electrolysis in Årdal produces 205 000 tonnes of primary aluminium annually and has about 180 employees. We are working with continous improvement in all production processes on a every day basis, upgrading our operator knowledge base, establishing a pro-active approach increasing the performance of our potlines.

An internship in Hydro is a great way for you to try out and learn more about your field of study. You will obtain valuable experience, and you get to tackle relevant tasks and real challenges, with support from experienced colleagues. You will also get to participate in a joint program with all the Hydro summer interns, allowing you to learn more about our business and acquire interdisciplinary knowledge. All the while, we expect and want you to have a fun experience during the summer.  

As a summer intern in the Electrolyisis department, you will mainly work with tasks related to energy consumption and emissions (CO2). The tasks will be a combination of measurements in the potroom and analytic work. You will wotk together with another summer intern during the internship. 

• Master study in Materials Science, Engineering/Material Technology or a related field.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong IT skills are an advantage.

Additional Information
The position is based in Årdal. Please include copies of relevant academic transcripts, diplomas, certificates, and more. Applications submitted through our online system will be reviewed, and email submissions will not be considered. 

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 10/16/2026

If you have any questions, please contact: 

Hiring manager
Bjørn Erik Aga
Bjorn.Erik.Aga@hydro.com
(Norway +47) 90684409

Recruiter
Johnny Tran
Johnny.Tran@hydro.com
(Norway +47) 97745039