Summer Intern – Manufacturing Metallurgist

Jobtailor; Bedford (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Ohio is seeking a student for a Metallurgy/Materials Science internship in a manufacturing setting. You will assist with routine metallurgical and physical analysis, perform testing, prepare reports, and support process improvements in a plant environment.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s in Metallurgy or Materials Science, graduating between Aug 2027 and Jun 2029, and availability for full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science Engineering
• Must be graduating between August 2027 and June 2029
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
• Must be willing to work in a plant environment
• Knowledge of materials, substances, and their characteristics

Responsibilities

• Assist routine metallurgical and physical analysis of material samples
• Perform materials testing, standardization, and reporting in the lab
• Prepare reports and recommendations based on test analyses
• Support process modifications and continuous improvement
• Audit metallurgical processes against defined requirements, including CQI-9
• Safely operate and calibrate laboratory equipment
• Maintain test records and data in results databases

Skills

Metallurgical Testing

Quality Documentation

Process Improvement

Technical Troubleshooting

Materials Science Knowledge

Data Analysis

Technical Report Writing

Collaboration

Communication

Integrity

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s in Metallurgy or Materials Science Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-Front Databases

PLCs

CNCs

Robots

Job description

• Assist with routine metallurgical and physical analysis and laboratory testing of material samples
• Perform materials testing, standardization, and reporting in the metallurgical laboratory
• Prepare reports and recommendations based on test analyses
• Support process modifications and continuous improvement
• Manage process and quality documentation, including error proofing, PFMEA, and Process Control Plans
• Provide production and maintenance support and guidance in heat-treating areas, including technical troubleshooting, direction, and operator training
• Establish and evaluate testing techniques and procedures
• Support planning activities
• Audit metallurgical processes against defined requirements, including CQI-9
• Safely operate, verify calibration, and maintain laboratory equipment
• Conduct chemical, metallurgical, and physical tests using precision laboratory equipment
• Approve material meeting established criteria and report exceptions
• Maintain complete and accurate test records
• Adjust technical processes based on test results
• Maintain safety, housekeeping, and standardized work standards
• Input raw information into results databases and provide analysis
• Provide written reports of analysis
• Interact with manufacturing database systems

Requirements

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science Engineering
• Must be graduating between August 2027 and June 2029
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
• Must be willing to work in a plant environment
• Knowledge of materials, substances, and their characteristics
• Comfortable with technology tools, including PCs, Microsoft Office, web-front databases, PLCs, CNCs, and robots
• Problem solving and resolution (Red X)
• Ability to collaborate with varying levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, and initiative/self-direction
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability, and trust
• Innovative, customer-centric thinking
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
• Ability to detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
• Ability to work in a loud, hot or cold, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Ability to frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
• Ability to lift or carry materials up to 15 pounds and periodically up to 40 pounds
• Ability to occasionally sit, climb ladders and lifts, and drive vehicles and equipment
• Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 sponsorship or related support

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in metallurgical and materials science analysis, including conducting tests, preparing reports, and managing quality documentation. Proficient in problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication within a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Metallurgical Testing
• Quality Documentation Management
• Process Improvement
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Materials Science Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Metallurgical Analysis
• Materials Testing
• Process Control Plans
• PFMEA
• Chemical Testing
• Precision Laboratory Equipment Operation
• Quality Inspections
• Data Analysis
• Technical Report Writing
• Standardized Work Instructions

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Integrity
• Customer-Centric Thinking

Industry Keywords

• CQI-9
• Manufacturing Environment
• Heat-Treating
• Safety Standards
• Continuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Web-Front Databases
• PLCs
• CNCs
• Robots