CNC Intern

Prototek Digital Manufacturing; Hopkinton (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on CNC training

Growth into machinist role

Job summary

Prototek Digital Manufacturing in Hopkinton, NH, is offering a CNC Intern position. You will be on the floor, learning CNC fundamentals, inspection techniques, and how parts move from raw material to finished product.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, working with machinists, and exposure to real production environments. Eligible candidates are high school students or graduates with a keen mechanical aptitude and a strong eye for detail, eager to learn and grow into a machinist role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or working toward it).
• Interest in CNC machining or manufacturing.
• Basic mechanical aptitude + willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup and production prep
• Load/unload materials and finished parts
• Perform deburring, cleaning, and part finishing
• Use calipers, micrometers, and basic inspection tools
• Read blueprints and follow work instructions
• Support tooling organization and shop flow

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Interest in CNC machining

Education

High school diploma or working toward it

Job description

JOB TITLE: CNC Intern

PAY RANGE: $20 - 25 | SHIFT: 1st: 7a - 3:30p Mon – Fri

SEE WHAT WE DO: https://youtu.be/kvuAbB4969E?si=MCg_01gD0C0BCG6-

Build Real Skills – Not Just a Resume This isn't a sit-back internship. You'll be on the floor, working with machinists, learning CNC fundamentals, inspection techniques, and how parts go from raw material to finished product.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with machine setup and production prep
• Load/unload materials and finished parts
• Perform deburring, cleaning, and part finishing
• Use calipers, micrometers, and basic inspection tools
• Read blueprints and follow work instructions
• Support tooling organization and shop flow

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma (or working toward it)
• Interest in CNC machining or manufacturing
• Basic mechanical aptitude + willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail and reliability

WHY JOIN US

• Hands-on training in CNC machining
• Exposure to real production environments
• Opportunity to grow into a full-time machinist role

WORK AUTHORIZATION WORDING

Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements – Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.