Winchester Quality Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition seeks a Quality Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 in Independence, MO. You will assist with audits, data analysis, and quality reporting while gaining hands-on experience in quality systems and manufacturing processes.

You must be enrolled in an undergrad engineering program (Chemical, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical) with a 3.0 GPA, be a U.S. citizen, and able to work 40 hours per week on site. ITAR access and sponsorship restrictions apply.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university majoring in the specified engineering degree programs.
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale; official transcripts required each term.
• Experience in ammunition and firearms preferred.
• Sophomore year completed (60 credits) before first rotation.
• Willingness to work full-time (40 hours/week) on-site; no virtual work.
• Access to ITAR data; US citizenship required; sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Support quality assurance activities to meet standards and customer requirements.
• Assist with process and product audits to identify quality concerns.
• Collect and analyze quality data to support performance decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, supply chain to resolve issues.

Skills

Quality data analysis

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

SOP adherence

Education

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

ALL IN for Opportunity. ALL IN with Olin.

Title:

Quality Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Location:

Independence, MO

Salary:

$30.00 / hour

Housing Stipend Available

Focus:

The Quality Engineer Intern supports quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives by assisting with audits, data analysis, process evaluations, and quality reporting activities. This role provides hands‑on experience in quality management systems, manufacturing processes, root cause analysis, and cross‑functional problem solving while helping ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do:

• Support quality assurance activities to help ensure products and processes meet established quality standards and customer requirements
• Assist with conducting process and product audits to identify potential quality concerns and opportunities for improvement
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data to support performance tracking and decision-making
• Collaborate with engineering, production, supply chain, and business teams to resolve quality-related concerns

What You'll Bring:

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Chemical, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering degree program
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be required each term. Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Experience in ammunition and firearms with a knowledge of shooting sports industry is preferred
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin
• Ability to work full‑time (40 hours a week during normal business hours) during rotation; Not eligible for virtual work
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
• Independence Location Only: This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The U.S. Government does not allow non-U.S. citizens onsite at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (Independence, Missouri). Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is ALL IN:

At Olin, students don't just observe - they contribute. We cultivate diverse experiences and career‑building opportunities uniquely designed to help you flourish in your career. Many of our previous college recruits have grown to become plant leaders, supply chain directors, and commercial gurus.

Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering individuals to make an impact both at work and in their surrounding communities. Olin is ALL IN on developing future talent and our commitment to operate with integrity every day, in every way, and by every employee in our company. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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