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Vale Opens Selection Process for the Trainee Program in Engineering 2026, Offering a Salary of R$ 9,000.00 and Full Benefits for Recent Graduates Seeking to Work in the Port and Railway Operations of the Company in Five Brazilian States.
Vale is opening a selection process with vacancies for engineers in the Port and Railway areas, focusing on technical education, operational innovation, and industrial project leadership. The opportunities are distributed among Pará, Maranhão, Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro, strategic regions for the logistics and transportation operations of the mining company.
The program lasts for 18 months and is aimed at professionals graduated between December 2022 and December 2025. With a monthly salary of R$ 9,000.00, trainees will have access to benefits such as health and dental plans, private pension, relocation assistance, profit sharing, meal vouchers, life insurance, and the Wellhub wellness program.
Required Profile and Areas of Training
Candidates holding degrees in mechanical, electrical, civil, production, railway, port, and industrial instrumentation engineering can participate, provided they have completed the course at an institution recognized by the MEC.
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There is no age limit or requirement for professional experience, which broadens the chances for recent graduates seeking entry into the industrial sector.
Vale is opening a selection process focused on professionals who have availability to work on-site in operational units and are willing to experience the large-scale environment of port and railway operations.
Previous experience in technical projects or practical experiences in internships are considered differentiators.
Program Structure and Development
The Engineering Trainee Program at Vale is structured in an immersive and multidisciplinary learning model.
During the 18 months, participants will have access to technical knowledge paths, mentorship with operation leaders, and practical experiences in the field, such as job rotation, which allows them to learn about different areas of the company.
Trainees also participate in technical visits to ports and railways, receive individualized career support, and undergo training focused on developing technical, leadership, and industrial sustainability skills.
The goal is to prepare professionals capable of operating in critical and strategic operations at Vale.
Application Process and Selection Stages
Those interested should apply by November 6, 2025 on the official company recruitment site.
The process will be conducted in stages, including online assessments, technical panels, and final interviews with operational area managers.
Vale is opening a selection process with the expectation of starting new trainees’ activities in January or February 2026, allowing those selected to start the year integrating into one of the largest engineering and logistics groups in Latin America.
Commitment to Training and Inclusion
Vale emphasizes that the program adopts practices of diversity and inclusion at all stages of the process.
The selection model values technical and behavioral skills, prioritizing learning potential and alignment with the company’s values.
The company maintains policies aimed at developing internal talent, focusing on sustainability, operational efficiency, and safety.
The Engineering Trainee Program is one of the main entry points for professionals who wish to work in the infrastructure and mining sector.
Vale is opening a selection process focused on young engineers ready to transform technical knowledge into practical experience and real results.
With competitive compensation and learning in complex industrial environments, the program represents one of the most comprehensive opportunities for those seeking professional growth and career development in the sector.
Do you believe that trainee programs in large companies like Vale are still the best way to start in engineering?
O Estado do Ceará sempre fica de fora dos processos seletivos da Vale.