Maintenance Intern: Hands-On Machining & Repairs

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

On-the-Job Training

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation seeks a Maintenance Intern to support maintenance, engineering and production in an industrial setting. You will work with the maintenance team to learn machining and rebuilding mechanical components, using precision measuring tools, drawings and diagrams.

The program offers On-the-Job Training with a lean manufacturing approach, focusing on safe, reliable, and cost-effective production. The role participates in a structured intern program starting Summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited university/college/trade school pursuing at least a two-year technical degree in a machining discipline or equivalent.
• Required GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours starting Summer 2027; schedule may be part-time during the school year and full-time in summer (up to 1,000 hours per 12 months).
• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• The Maintenance intern will provide support for maintenance, engineering, and production.
• Support will focus on safe, reliable, and cost-effective production in a lean manufacturing environment.
• On-the-Job Training (OJT) with designated team members.
• Safely perform assigned tasks competently and efficiently.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures and regulations.
• Work with the maintenance team and supervisors in industrial maintenance disciplines.
• Learn to utilize precision measuring and testing instruments, drawings, and diagrams.
• Learn to machine and rebuild mechanical components.
• Perform duties as needed in support of the plant.

Skills

Machining fundamentals

Lean manufacturing

Education

Two-year technical degree in machining or related

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Drawings/diagrams

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation seeks a Maintenance Intern to support maintenance, engineering and production in an industrial setting. You will work with the maintenance team to learn machining and rebuilding mechanical components, using precision measuring tools, drawings and diagrams.

The program offers On-the-Job Training with a lean manufacturing approach, focusing on safe, reliable, and cost-effective production. The role participates in a structured intern program starting Summer 2027.