Materials Engineer Lab Intern (Year-Round)

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!Charter Steel is hiring a Materials Engineer Lab Intern!At Charter Manufacturing, we believe our culture is our strongest competitive advantage. Join our team, where you’ll take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.What Sets Our Internship Program Apart:Impactful Work & Growth: Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking. Compensation Benefits: Competitive compensation and receive weekly payCareer Advancement: Explore full-time employment opportunities across our four business divisions and corporate office, with adjusted service time if hired after graduation. Recognition & Culture: Join a workplace that celebrates achievements, values contributions, and invests in your future. Program Highlights: Experience our Intern Kickoff Day, Volunteer Opportunities, Professional Development Workshops, and the End of Summer Intern Showcase. Program Structure: Duration/Schedule: Flexible part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer months. Location: Fully OnsiteStart Date: May 2026What We’re Looking For:Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higherProficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Planning and organizational skills Ability to succeed in a team environment Ability to handle multiple tasks Preferred Experience: Skills in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines Capacity to think critically and find solutions where necessary Proactive approach to responsibilities and willingness to contribute What You’ll Focus On:Operate and assist in the maintenance of the TS lab metallographic equipmentDocument professional quality level images for use in Technical Service Reports to our internal and external customersSummarize findings to the TS Lab Group via email, Microsoft Teams, etcTake a lead role in the evaluation of Hercules and Niagara Lasalle accumulations claimsLearn microstructures and mechanical properties of steel componentsBecoming familiar with the effects of various manufacturing processes on 'raw as-produced' steelIdentifying manufacturing defects relating to the casting, hot rolling, processing, and forming of steel componentsExperience using metallographic equipment, macro and microscopes, automated analysis software, Rockwell and Microhardness testingInternship positions are not benefits-eligible.