Manufacturing Technical Intern

Applied Research Associates, Inc; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Southwest Division (SWD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Manufacturing Technical Intern to join our team in Spokane, WA.

In this role you will support advanced manufacturing development, including hands‑on participation in a broad range of manufacturing processes related to the production of metallic alloys. This technical and hands‑on position ensures quality and efficiency in all professional activities, while following environmental, health and safety

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn manufacturing techniques including manufacturing principles, safety protocols and machinery operation.
• Ability to work hands-on with machinery and equipment maintenance and operations.
• Comfortable in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures and physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on participation in installation, operation and maintenance of alloy melting and casting equipment.
• Support in troubleshooting equipment by inspecting electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components; maintain processing documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing principles

Safety protocols

Machinery operation

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

CNC machines

Machine shop equipment

Robotic equipment

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on September 23, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Spokane, WA 99224, USA

• On-site
• Hourly Range: $16.93 USD to $28.21 USD
• Engineering Support Services
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: MANUF010106

Description

The Southwest Division (SWD) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Manufacturing Technical Intern to join our team in Spokane, WA. In this role you will support advanced manufacturing development, including hands‑on participation in a broad range of manufacturing processes related to the production of metallic alloys. This technical and hands‑on position ensures quality and efficiency in all professional activities, while following environmental, health and safety policies/procedures.

Responsibilities Include:

• Hands‑on participation in the installation, operation and maintenance of alloy melting and casting equipment. Hands‑on participation and support in implementation of manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment.
• Support in troubleshooting equipment by inspecting electronic, hydraulic, and mechanic components. Maintain material processing documentation and records.

Required Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn manufacturing techniques including.
• Manufacturing principles
• Safety protocols
• Machinery operation
• Willingness to work hands‑on with machinery and equipment maintenance and operations.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to move and assemble experimental components and equipment.
• Good motor skills and ability to maneuver stairs safely.
• Able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with:
• Limited climate control
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical experience with metal manufacturing processes, including metal casting and related fabrication techniques.
• Hands‑on experience operating and maintaining:
• Electrical systems and electronics
• Mechanical drive systems
• Robotic equipment and automation systems
• Experience with vacuum systems and temperature control equipment.
• Proficiency operating CNC machines and other machine shop equipment.
• Ability to safely work with industrial machinery while following established operating procedures and safety standards.

Compensation & Benefits: Learn more about each of our benefits at https://www.ara.com/benefits/

Spokane offers the advantages of a mid‑sized city with a growing metropolitan area, including diverse career opportunities, outstanding healthcare, affordable housing options compared with major West Coast cities, a regional airport, and strong schools.

Benefit from Spokane's generally moderate climate compared to many northern and mountain communities, with four distinct seasons and abundant sunshine throughout the year. Enjoy a diverse outdoor lifestyle year‑round, including hiking, cycling, boating, skiing, and golfing.

Additionally, Spokane offers vibrant arts and cultural amenities, including live music and professional performances, and a diverse dining scene featuring locally owned restaurants, regional wineries and breweries, international cuisine, and farm‑to‑table experiences.

Company Information:

Who is ARA? Learn more about ARA and Our Core Values at WHO WE ARE - ARA

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee‑owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979, employs over 2200 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns’ greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, opportunities and autonomy to take active roles as employee owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are expected to advance new capabilities to support company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The core values “Passion, Freedom, Service and Growth” and the motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sum up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

• Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

• Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self‑Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Experience

Required

Less than 3 years: Relevant work experience.

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