About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in manufacturing operations at our Laporte facility. You will work directly with engineering teams to support production, improve processes, and manage product integrity.
What you'll do#
- Support manufacturing through process control and improvement initiatives.
- Develop new investment casting products and refine existing ones to reduce scrap, rework, and costs.
- Maintain product integrity for assigned projects.
- Create and document part-specific work instructions.
- Manage external and internal customer contacts.
- Track job costs and implement plans to improve profitability.
- Assist engineering and manufacturing teams in completing assigned projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS degree program in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering, or Operations Management.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Ability to obtain access to export-controlled items.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.
- Experience with casting or metal fabrication is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Laporte, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces engineered components for the aerospace and transportation sectors. The company manufactures jet engine parts, fastening systems, and titanium structural components. It also makes forged wheels for commercial vehicles. Founded in 2020, the firm is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It employs over 10,000 people.
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