Materials & Surface Engineering Internship (Summer 2024, Ritchie)

Tribonet; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision insurance

Sick time

Job summary

Woodward in Windsor, Colorado, offers an internship in tribology, allowing students to gain real-world experience in the Aerospace and Energy industry. Interns will engage in operating tribometers, preparing data reports, and developing work instructions.

The role requires effective communication, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Students must be at least sophomores in engineering programs and are expected to maintain an acceptable GPA. The internship offers an estimated pay range of $21 to $23 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must maintain an acceptable GPA.
• No prior experience required, but previous internship is a plus.
• Good marks in relevant subjects.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up tribometers and materials prep equipment.
• Compile, interpret, and report data generated from tribometers.
• Use MS Office programs to complete tasks.
• Work independently on assigned tasks with supervisory oversight.
• Present a year-end presentation of the internship experience.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving and trouble-shooting competence

Proficiency in PCs and MS Office

Team-oriented work ability

Effective time-management skills

Solid knowledge of the English language

High motivation and flexibility

Education

Sophomore in an accredited college or university engineering-related program

Tools

PCs

Standard office equipment

Job description

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubrication

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

Woodward Offers a Total Reward Package for this Internship position, including:

• Estimated pay: $21 (min) – $23
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance (20+ hours per week)
• Sick Time

Internship Purpose

The purpose of this internship at Woodward is to provide students with exposure and "real life" business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry, practical experience, and the opportunity to work on challenging projects, network with professionals, and potentially secure full‑time employment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate and set up tribometers and materials prep equipment.
• Compile, interpret, and report data generated from tribometers.
• Use MS Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to complete tasks.
• Interact effectively with team members, share opinions, and ask questions related to work and studies.
• Work independently on assigned tasks with supervisory oversight.
• Recognize problems beyond the intern’s capabilities and seek guidance.
• Coordinate tasks with other departments to meet schedules.
• Maintain good attendance and perform related duties as assigned.
• Present a year‑end presentation of the internship experience.
• Report GPA status to supervisor on a quarterly/semester basis.
• Create work instructions for operating tribometers.
• Increase tribology throughput by 25%.
• Produce reports for key tribology projects.

Other Functions

• Other functions will vary based on the assigned work area.
• May rotate assignments to gain additional business experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem‑solving and trouble‑shooting competence.
• Proficiency in PCs, MS Office, and related software.
• Team‑environmental work ability.
• Effective time‑management skills.
• Solid knowledge of the English language (reading, writing, speaking, listening).
• Good marks in relevant subjects.
• High motivation, flexibility, and self‑work capability.

Education or Formal Training

Must be at least a sophomore in an accredited college or university engineering‑related program and maintain an acceptable GPA.

Experience Required

No prior experience required. Previous internship or other working experience is a plus.

Materials and Equipment Used

• PCs (word processing, spreadsheets, proprietary applications)
• Standard hand tools and measuring devices
• Standard office equipment (copiers, fax machines, etc.)

Working Environment & Physical Activities

The intern works in a normal office environment and may, depending on location or assignment, visit plant areas with exposure to noise, chemical solutions, dust, and varying temperatures.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans