Manfucturing Engineering Intern Athens

Hi, I’m Ethan, looking for a Summer 2025 Manufacturing Engineering Intern.

Who Am I?

I am passionate about engineering, along with creating meaningful relationships with those who I work with.

What Do We Do?

Business Unit: Forge Finish

Here at Athens Forge Finishing, we produce highly specialized steel for markets such as aerospace, defense, and medical. We incorporate many heavy-duty operations to take a roughly forged steel billet and transform it into a usable product for our customers.

Ongoing Projects

1. Machine process improvements by mechanical/electrical design.
2. Capital project work to create new processes for bettering the plant operation as a whole.
3. Frequent work and troubleshooting with fluid power systems such as pumps and actuators.
4. Assisting safety and ergonomic improvement efforts through engineering design.

Your Role as an Intern

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

1. Integration of plastic 3D printing with internal manufacturing solutions.
2. Increased machine reliability through data analysis and improvement projects.
3. Ergonomic and safety solutions through mechanical design.
4. Production process improvements through observation and data analysis.

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 Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology or Process Engineering
• Candidates must have exposure to SolidWorks or any 3D modeling software; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; completed coursework in physics, statics, fluid power or 3D design
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Willing and able to work on-site at our Athens, AL location.
• Applicants MUST be US Citizens or 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.

Commuting/Housing Assistance (If Eligible)

Interns who must commute to work from outside the immediate Athens, AL 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 Athens, AL 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.