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Apr 14, 2026

RHI Magnesita Global Trainee Program 2026

The RHI Magnesita Trainee Program is the first step for top-notch graduates and emerging professionals to unlock their full potential within the company. It offers unique opportunities to explore your passions and talents while preparing you to become one of the industry’s future experts and leaders.

We are looking for outstanding individuals, willing to become future leaders and experts in the world’s leading refractory company! Are you the one?

Main requirements:

  • University degree (minimum BA)
  • Previous professional experience or internship
  • Fluent in English (in spoken and written)
  • Eager to take initiative and drive projects forward
  • Pragmatic problem-solver and strong communicator
  • Agile, open-minded, and embracing change
  • Thrives in diverse, global environments

Check here to know more! 

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Meet us at ICR 2026 in Aachen in September!

We are pleased to inform the community that FIRE is media partner of the 2026 ICR Conference that will take place on 16th and 17th September in Aachen, Germany.

Sep 16, 2026
Highlight of FIRE Alumni - Mathilda Derensy - Institute of Mineral Resources Engineering, RWTH Aachen University - Germany

My interest in refractories began during my engineering studies in ceramics at ENSCI Limoges, when I discovered that the refractory specialisation offered an international research experience through the FIRE program. I quickly realised that refractories are far more complex and fascinating than simple bricks.

Jun 15, 2026

Contact us and/or Become Member!

Contact us for any information and/or to Become Member of FIRE: fire@ecers.org 

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