2027 Summer Intern – Manufacturing Metallurgist

About the role

Assist with routine metallurgical and physical analysis and laboratory testing of submitted or self-collected samples of materials used in products and manufacturing processes. Works without continual supervision, but is frequently instructed and checked by the manager.

What You'll Do

• Materials testing, standardization, and reporting in metallurgical laboratory
• Makes reports and recommendations based upon test analyses
• Process modifications and continuous improvement
• Process management and quality documentation (i.e. error proofing, PFMEA, Process Control Plan)
• Production and maintenance support and guidance in heat treating areas (technical troubleshooting, direction, and operator training as it relates to the metallurgical processes)
• Establishes and evaluates testing techniques and procedure
• Planning activities
• Audits metallurgical processes to defined requirements (CQI-9)
• Safely operates, verifies calibration, and maintains laboratory equipment (magnetic particle inspection, band saw, abrasive cut off saw, grinders, polishers, hardness testers, microscopes, image analysis systems, carbon determinator)
• Conducts appropriate chemical, metallurgical, and physical tests of process or production material with the use of precision laboratory equipment
• Approves material meeting established criteria and reports exceptions
• Maintains complete and accurate test records
• Adjusts technical processes based on test results
• Maintains safety and good housekeeping standards and continuously improves standardized work
• Inputs raw information into results database and provides analysis
• Provides written reports of analysis
• Interacts with various manufacturing database systems

Required Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science Engineering
• Must be graduating between August 2027 and June 2029
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
• Must be willing to work in a plant environment
• GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future (including H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, substances, and their characteristics
• Comfortable with technology tools (i.e. PCs, Microsoft Office, web-front databases, PLCs, CNCs, robots)
• Problem solving and resolution (Red X)
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
• Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
• Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given time

Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes
• Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
• Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work
• Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs
• Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment

Work Arrangement

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. The successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned facility on a full-time basis. Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.

Job Location

Opportunities available in Bedford, IN and Toledo, OH. Please indicate in your application which location you are interested in.

Start Dates

Start dates for this internship role are May 24th and June 14th of 2027. GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program – please apply using the permanent address you would move from.

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