Mechanical Engineer Intern- Davenport Works

Socket.dev; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering student for a hands-on role at Davenport Works. The intern will shadow engineering groups, work on real-world mechanical systems, and complete assigned projects while preparing a mid-summer presentation for teams across the organization.

Basic qualifications include enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s program and U.S. work eligibility. Export control considerations apply, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology under export regulations; government authorization may be required.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and assist Engineering groups throughout the Plant.
• Research and complete projects as assigned.
• Experience hands-on learning through real-world mechanical systems.
• Develop a mid-summer presentation to include project findings and solutions to teams across the organization.

Skills

Mechanical fundamentals

Hands-on learning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Job description

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Shadow and assist Engineeringgroups throughout the Plant.
• Researches and completes projects as assigned.
• Experience hands-on learning through real-world mechanical systems.
• Develop a mid-summer presentation to include project findings and solutions to teams across the organization.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program inMechanical Engineering.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Involvement in extracurricular activities
• Prior work experience
• Expected graduation dates between December 2027, and June 2028.

Arconic Corporationis a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. At Arconic, we: Act With Integrity :We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. Safeguard our Future :We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. Grow Stronger Together :We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. Earn Customer Loyalty :We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. Drive Operational Excellence :We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. Create Value :We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. This position is subject to Export Control Law:This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements. United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Davenport Works is the country’s largest aluminum rolling mill, it was opened in 1948 and currently employs more than 2,000 people and ships product worldwide. It is in Riverdale in the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf in southeastern Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline in northwestern Illinois). The Quad Cities is 3 hours south-west of Chicago, 4 hours north of St. Louis, and less than 3 hours from Des Moines. The Quad Cities is home to St. Ambrose University among 8 educational institutes. Major outdoor summer music festivals include the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, and River Roots Live.