Metallurgy Intern

About the role

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner. The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live. Part‑time student opportunities allow undergraduate and graduate students to schedule their work around their classes. These roles are available in the office, customer service centers, and production environment, enabling students to gain experience in a business/manufacturing setting while maintaining full‑time academic commitments, with options for extended hours during the summer months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing to industry standards as part of technical requests from external and internal customers.
• Perform sample preparation (metallography) of metals and other materials, including the use of power saws.
• Operate research and analytical equipment in a laboratory environment.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly workspace as part of the lab’s 5S program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Skills

• Hands‑on experience in a laboratory environment (a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple projects with differing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or other relevant tools.

Benefits

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (eligible for pension after 1,000 hours worked).
• Flexible work schedules.

Pay

$20.00 – $23.00 per hour.

Schedule

May 17th – August 6th (part‑time, shift based).