Engineering Intern: Hands-on Ceramics & Materials Science

Advanced Ceramic Fibers, LLC; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Advanced Ceramic Fibers, LLC is offering a hands-on Engineering Intern opportunity in Idaho Falls. You will work with our engineering and materials science teams on cutting-edge ceramic and metal matrix composites, contributing to process development, data analysis, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting.

This on-site internship is ideal for motivated students seeking practical experience that complements their studies and builds a foundation for a career in materials science,

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• High degree of honesty and personal integrity, essential for handling technical data in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
• Basic mechanical or laboratory experience; familiarity with CAD (SolidWorks), data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, Excel), or 3D printing is a plus.
• Must be located in or able to commute to Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of new materials, processes, and equipment for advanced ceramic fibers and composites.
• Assist engineers with process improvements, experimental trials, and implementation of best practices.
• Perform materials characterization using SEM, Instron, and other analytical instruments; document results and maintain material property databases.
• Follow and help refine ASTM/ISO-compliant testing procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production and experimental data to support process optimization.
• Contribute to equipment maintenance, setup, and basic troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Support documentation, reporting, and data visualization efforts.

Skills

CAD (SolidWorks)

Python

MATLAB

Excel

3D printing

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Integrity

Education

Undergraduate student (Junior/Senior)

Tools

SolidWorks

Python

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Advanced Ceramic Fibers, LLC is offering a hands-on Engineering Intern opportunity in Idaho Falls. You will work with our engineering and materials science teams on cutting-edge ceramic and metal matrix composites, contributing to process development, data analysis, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting.

This on-site internship is ideal for motivated students seeking practical experience that complements their studies and builds a foundation for a career in materials science,