Materials Science Intern

Job Description

Materials Science Intern | Howmet Aerospace

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Howmet Aerospace, located in Carson, California, specifically within its Howmet Fastening Systems division. Howmet Aerospace operates as a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries, with core businesses focused on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. The company plays a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting for its customers. This internship provides 10-12 weeks of structured, hands-on training, including plant tours, seminars, and networking events, centered on improving manufacturing processes. The intern will engage in impactful projects to enhance cleaning and heat treatment processes for titanium fasteners, directly contributing to the business while developing professionally, with the goal of evaluating them for potential future entry-level openings within Howmet Aerospace.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Carson, CA (In-person)
• Pay: $25 hourly
• Team: Reports to the site’s Engineering Manager with daily coaching from manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Mission: Evaluate and improve cleaning and heat treatment processes for titanium fasteners to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Evaluate: Assess existing cleaning and heat treatment processes specifically for titanium fasteners.
• Propose: Develop and suggest improvements for the manufacturing processes of titanium fasteners.
• Implement: Execute and integrate approved enhancements to the cleaning and heat treatment processes.
• Contribute: Engage in impactful projects that directly add value to the business operations.
• Present: Summarize and present project outcomes to plant managers, supervisors, and mentors at the program’s conclusion.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree program in an engineering discipline by the start of employment, having completed at least sophomore-level coursework from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Proficiency in working within a Microsoft systems environment, with required expertise in Excel.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Bonus: Basic programming skills, prior internship work experience, strong verbal and written communication skills, and excellent analytical skills.