Summer 2027 Intern - Metallurgical R&D

Assistance Technique Internationale; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Assistance Technique Internationale in Natrona Heights, PA, is seeking a Research and Development Intern for Summer 2027. You will support engineering teams in a heavy industrial metals manufacturing environment and gain hands-on experience in labs and production settings.

The role focuses on laboratory testing, material analysis, process evaluations, and continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and process efficiency, with collaboration across metallurgists, chemists, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong interest in metals manufacturing and materials processing.
• Willing to work in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory testing, material analysis, and data collection.
• Support process evaluations and continuous improvement projects.
• Document experiments, procedures, and findings for team review.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations staff on project trials.
• Participate in plant trials, safety procedures, and data analysis.

Skills

Metals processing

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

Metallurgical Engineering

Materials Science Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

Position Summary

ATI is seeking a Research and Development Intern for Summer 2027. This internship will be based at our Natrona Heights Operations. The successful candidate will support engineering and technical teams in a heavy industrial metals manufacturing environment. This internship is designed for students pursuing a degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field. The intern will assist with laboratory testing, process evaluations, material analysis, and continuous improvement projects that support product quality, process efficiency, and new product development.

Potential Essential Functions

• Support research and development projects related to metals processing, alloy development, heat treatment, melting, rolling, finishing, or product performance.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Assist with sample preparation, chemical analysis, mechanical testing, metallographic evaluation, and data collection.
• Analyze test results and process data to identify trends, performance issues, or opportunities for improvement.
• Support investigations related to product quality, process variation, material properties, or customer requirements.
• Work with engineers, metallurgists, chemists, and operations personnel to evaluate process changes and technical solutions.
• Assist with documentation of experiments, test procedures, technical findings, and project results.
• Participate in plant trials, process audits, and production support activities as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and environmental requirements while working in laboratory, manufacturing, and plant environments.
• Present project findings, recommendations, or progress updates to technical and management teams.

Qualifications

• Currently attending an accredited 4-year college pursuing a bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior laboratory, manufacturing, or research experience is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interest in metals manufacturing, materials processing, product development, or industrial research.
• Basic understanding of chemistry, material properties, thermodynamics, phase transformations, or mechanical testing concepts.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze technical data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Learning Opportunities

The intern will gain hands-on experience in industrial research and development, materials testing, process improvement, technical problem-solving, and heavy manufacturing operations. This role provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering and materials science challenges.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions. ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.