Summer Student - Mechanical Testing Labs

City:
Hamilton

Requisition

Note:

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy

Do you want to work at one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers and a Canada's Top Employer for Young People
? We’re looking for people who are driven by excellence to work with innovative technology to create the material tomorrow’s world will be made of.

At Arcelor Mittal Dofasco, we play a key role in North America’s advanced manufacturing supply chain working with the top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction brands to develop lighter, stronger and more sustainable steel products – from cans to cars.

We are embarking on a plan to transform our steelmaking production methods to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the short term, with the goal of achieving net zero by 2050. Our dedication to revolutionizing steelmaking as part of the climate change solution reinforces our status as a leader in North America.

Arcelor Mittal Dofasco is Hamilton's largest private sector employer with more than 4,500 employees, shipping 4.5 million net tons of high-quality flat carbon steel annually. Our iconic tagline "Our Product is Steel. Our Strength is People." is a true expression of our belief that our people are our competitive advantage.

The science and engineering of metallurgy plays an important role in determining the properties equipment, processing practices, product features, applications, cost, marketing, and service strategy used in the manufacture and sale of Arcelor Mittal Dofasco steel products. The MQCI Department links the metallurgical components within these activities to ensure that they are being applied in a manner that contributes to product quality, cycle time, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

The Testing labs provide timely and accurate testing services to internal and external customers to ensure compliance of Arcelor Mittal Dofasco’s product quality requirements to meet customers’ demands. The summer student is involved but not limited to the following functions:

• Adhere to and fulfill all employee responsibilities set out in the Arcelor Mittal Dofasco Health & Safety Policy/Program.
• Prepare steel samples from sheet using shears.
• Utilize Lab software and barcode system to identify sample preparation requirements and maintain sample traceability.
• Working in an industrial shop environment.
• Punching steel samples from sheet using punch presses.
• Prepare test specimens and tubes using milling machines.
• Requires heavy lifting (30-50lbs) and repetitive movements while standing.

• Currently attending post‑secondary education full‑time and returning to school full‑time in September 2026.
• Must be able to work in an industrial laboratory environment.
• Self‑motivated, team player
• Detail oriented

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be available to work full time from beginning of May 2026 to end of August 2026.
• Preference will be given to those students enrolled in post‑secondary education closest to graduation.
• Students currently in high school and attending post‑secondary in September are not eligible to apply.
• Students who have previously worked at Arcelor Mittal Dofasco as a Summer Student are eligible to apply.

• Rotating 12‑hour shift schedule which will include days, nights, and alternating weekends.
• Must be willing to adjust this schedule, as need dictates.
• Due to business conditions or events outside the control of the Company, hours of work are not guaranteed and may be limited or amended.

• A fixed hourly rate of $27.07.
• All personal protective equipment and uniform (including prescription safety glasses and work boots).
• 24/7 access to onsite fitness facilities.
• Wellness programs focusing on mindfulness, resilience, fitness, nutrition support, smoking cessation programs.
• Onsite employee engagement events supporting such topics as Mental Health, Diversity, Learning week, Health and Safety week.
• Holiday celebrations for employees and families – annual Christmas Party, Canada Day Fireworks.
• Discounted…