About the role#
As a Maintenance Intern focused on bricklaying and masonry, you will apply your technical training in an industrial setting. You will work alongside maintenance craftsmen to support plant engineering and production teams. This role involves hands-on projects, including refractory rebuilds, repairs, and vessel relines. You will follow an On-the-Job Training Plan while contributing to safe and cost-effective production.
What you'll do#
- Install refractory brick, block, castable, plastic, and other heat-resistant materials in furnaces, ladles, and kilns.
- Remove damaged or worn refractory materials using tools such as jackhammers, pry bars, and torches.
- Mix and apply refractory mortar and other materials according to technical specifications.
- Perform maintenance tasks safely and efficiently while complying with all site procedures and regulations.
- Support the broader maintenance team with general plant duties as needed.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited university, college, or trade school.
- Pursuit of at least a two-year technical degree in a masonry discipline or an equivalent area.
- Completion of your first year of core technical courses.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week beginning in Summer 2027.
- Comfort working in a production-oriented environment.
- Preferred skills include strong communication, organization, task prioritization, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in Reading, Pennsylvania.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship position.
About Carpenter Technology Corporation
Carpenter Technology Corporation manufactures and distributes specialty alloys. The company produces titanium, powder metals, and various steel types for the aerospace, medical, energy, and transportation sectors. Founded in 1889, it operates as a public company based in Philadelphia. The firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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