R&D Metallurgy Intern - Materials Characterization

Hi, I'm Eric, looking for a Summer 2025 R&D Metallurgy Intern.

Who Am I?

I am passionate about solving problems and equipping people with the tools needed to perform their jobs with excellence.

What Do We Do?

Business Unit: Materials Characterization

The Materials Characterization Group supports R&D and manufacturing operations with advanced tools and specific expertise to solve challenging metallurgical problems.

Ongoing Projects

Your Role as an Intern

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

The intern will work on a variety of projects supporting the materials characterization group, Alloy Development, and new product/process development groups.

This experience will include but is not limited to completing a microstructure Database project, performing metallurgical investigations, and operating advanced materials characterization equipment.

The intern will:

• Conduct Metallurgical investigations
• Research new techniques and technologies
• Work with others to develop new test methods
• Conduct literature searches to expand knowledge.

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:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program majoring in Materials Science & Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Candidates must have experience conducting Materials testing, including but not limited to; Metallographic Prep and Light Optical Microscopy (LOM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and EDS, X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Mechanical testing including Hardness, Tensile, Charpy, and Fatigue, Corrosion Testing, and Gleeble Testing
• Ideal candidates will possess the following characteristics: self-motivated; able to work under direct guidance and independently; organized and demonstrates attention to detail; able to work on multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Willing and able to work on-site at our Reading, PA location.
• Applicants MUST be US Citizens of 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 for undergraduate students and $30-$35 per hour for graduate students.

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.

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.

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.