Materials Engineer Lab Intern; Year-Round

Position: 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! Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.
** 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
** What Sets Our Internship Program Apart:**
* * Career 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:
** 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.
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* Location:

* Onsite
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* Start Date:

* May 2026
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* What We’re Looking For:

*** Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
* Proficient in Microsoft Office software:
Excel, Word, and Power Point
* 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
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* 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 equipment.
* Document professional quality level images for use in Technical Service Reports to our internal and external customers.
* Summarize findings to the TS Lab Group via email, Microsoft Teams, etc.
* Take a lead role in the evaluation of Hercules and Niagara Lasalle accumulations claims.
* Learn microstructures and mechanical properties of steel components.
* Becoming familiar with the effects of various manufacturing processes on 'raw as-produced' steel.
* Identifying manufacturing defects relating to the casting, hot rolling, processing, and forming of steel components.
* Experience using metallographic equipment, macro and microscopes, automated analysis software, Rockwell and Microhardness testing.#LI-AF1#LI-Onsite take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.
* Impactful Work & Growth:
* Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking.  Competitive compensation, receive weekly pay, and paid holidays.  
* Compensation Benefits:
* Experience our
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