Process Engineering Intern

Carpenter Technology USA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Commuting allowance

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Carpenter Technology in Reading, PA is seeking a Summer 2027 Process Engineering Intern to join a dynamic manufacturing team. You will work on process rates, center efficiencies, and lean-driven improvements while gaining hands-on experience in a high-performance facility.

The role emphasizes visual workplace implementations, cross‑functional collaboration, and the development of core skills in adaptability, problem solving, and communication within a fast-paced mill environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Lean principles and statistical thinking.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support process rate and work center efficiency improvements.
• Propose new tools and techniques with Lean thinking.
• Implement a visual workplace environment for specific work centers.

Skills

Lean thinking

Statistics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Hi, I’m Jeff, looking for a Summer 2027 Process Engineering Intern.

Who Am I?

I am passionate about ensuring out shop floor employees have clear, visible, and realistic instructions for the tasks that they are asked to perform. I believe in creating an environment of "doing the job correctly is the easiest thing to do".

What Do We Do?

Business Unit: Bar Finish

We are providing intermediate mill products to internal and external customers and meeting their cost, quality and delivery expectations while doing so in a safe and professional manner.

Ongoing Projects

• Provide clear parameters of operation for each process
• Build a safe and well‑organized work environment
• Eliminate think and feel from important tasks.
• Make multiple variations of product in a repeatable and predictable way.

Your Role as an Intern

You will be a part of a dynamic team, supporting the following tasks:

• Process Rates and work center efficiencies.
• Proposing new tools and techniques with Lean thinking.
• Implement a visual workplace environment for specific work centers.

Our Value Proposition - This position will allow you to develop and build expertise in the following core skills:

• Adaptability – You will track, prioritize, and drive multiple concurrent projects to success, while working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Problem Solving – Develop your critical thinking and analytical skills to assess safety in the manufacturing environment, recommend solutions or next steps, and identify best practices to achieve the value of ZERO injuries.
• Active Learner – Ability and appetite to learn quickly is critical as you expand your knowledge and build your skill sets.
• Communication – Create effective verbal and written communications in and across project teams. Organize and present results to small and large audiences throughout the organization.
• Collaboration – You will work closely with multiple departments and teams on the manufacturing floor, requiring strong partnership skills.

What Do We Require?

You must be:

• Rising Juniors or Seniors currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program majoring in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Ideal candidates will be self‑motivated and driven and excited about working in a mill setting.
• Preference for candidates who have exposure/experience with Lean and Statistics.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Willing and able to work on‑site at our Reading, PA location.
• Applicants MUST be US Citizens or Green Card Holders due to Carpenter’s government contracts.

Pay Range

Hourly rates are based on:

• 1 – Program of study;
• 2 – Degree type (i.e., Bachelor’s);
• 3 – Progression in degree (i.e., 1st year, 2nd year, etc.).

The range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Commuting/Housing Assistance (If Eligible)

Interns who must commute to work from outside the immediate Reading, PA area (over 50 miles one‑way), will be paid a one-time lump sum payment of $2,400 (less applicable taxes) as excessive commute allowance.

Interns who choose to temporarily relocate from outside the immediate Reading, PA area (moving over 50 miles one‑way), will be paid a one-time lump sum payment of $4,800 (less applicable taxes) as a housing allowance. If applicable, this payment would be made during the first payroll cycle, which would be three or four weeks following the internship start date.

Carpenters Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At Carpenter Technology, We Are One Company for All.

Carpenter Technology has a culture that builds on the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all employees to drive performance.

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging is woven into our Core Values of dignity and respect for all.

By embracing our diverse perspectives, we accelerate the creation of innovative solutions that deliver value to our customers.

Benefits

• Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Company Overview

Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) is a recognized leader in high-performance specialty alloy-based materials and process solutions for critical applications in the aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics markets.

Founded in 1889, Carpenter has evolved to become a pioneer in premium specialty alloys, including titanium, nickel, and cobalt, as well as alloys specifically engineered for additive manufacturing (AM) processes and soft magnetics applications.

Carpenter recently expanded its AM capabilities to provide a complete “powder‑to‑part” solution to accelerate materials innovation, offer rapid prototyping, and streamline parts production.

Benefits (again)

• Carpenter Technology Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Application Process

Learn more: Carpenter Technology Corporation is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us by emailing [e-mail]. We will work to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to 5 business days.