Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Howmet Aerospace
Hampton, VA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward students with engineering backgrounds comfortable with process control and product improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

Best fit for

  • Students majoring in engineering disciplines with a focus on process improvement and manufacturing excellence.
    — “seeking individuals who have a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a manufacturing environment”
  • Candidates who can contribute to quality and delivery performance through analytical and organizational strengths.
    — “excellent analytical and organization skills”

Things to consider

  • This role is not open to visa sponsorship, requiring legal authorization to work in the US.
    — “Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States”
  • The position involves handling export-controlled items, which may require additional clearance or background checks.
    — “This position entails access to export-controlled items”

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific experience with process control or product improvement in your resume and interview responses.
    — “assist engineering and manufacturing in driving improvements in quality and delivery performance through process control and product improvement initiatives”
  • Emphasize communication skills by showcasing examples of explaining complex technical concepts clearly.
    — “strong verbal and written communication skills”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with lean and six sigma methodologies if you have any related coursework or projects.
    — “Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing a plus”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · LowDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • driving improvements in quality and delivery performance
  • process control
  • product improvement initiatives
Typical background
currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program

Skills & requirements

Required

Engineering InternshipMaterials ScienceMetallurgical EngineeringCeramic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAerospace Engineering

Preferred

Six SigmaLean Manufacturing

Stack & domain

Materials ScienceMetallurgical EngineeringCeramic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringSix SigmaLean ManufacturingCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAerospaceTransportationEngine ComponentsFastening SystemsTitanium Structural Parts

About the role

Original posting from Howmet Aerospace

Engineering Intern

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines.

Howmet Engine Systems is currently seeking an experienced College Intern to join our team in Hampton, Virginia.    We are seeking individuals who have a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a manufacturing environment, as well as the passion to put that experience to work to lead activities and/or support plant location team to achieve manufacturing excellence.  Our organization is dedicated to rapid, profitable growth through operational excellence and career development.  If you are an energetic student that wants to be a part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.  

Summary

The Engineer Intern position will be located in Hampton, VA.  We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic student to join our team as an Engineer Summer Intern. This position will assist engineering and manufacturing in driving improvements in quality and delivery performance through process control and product improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program from an accredited institution. 

​Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institution. Seeking strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent analytical and organization skills, and ability to work in a self-directed or team environment.  Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing a plus. Relevant internship/work/research experience preferred.

Source: Howmet Aerospace careers

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