About the role#
The Global Beverage Packaging Technology team in Kennesaw, Georgia, is seeking a Materials Engineering Co-op. This role runs from May 2027 to December 2027. You will conduct metallurgical investigations on high recycled content beverage end products, covering the full manufacturing process from casting through conversion. The goal is to establish process-microstructure-property-performance relationships and identify ways to improve product performance and efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Conduct metallurgical characterization and analysis of advanced aluminum beverage packaging alloys using microstructural, mechanical, and physical property evaluation techniques.
- Investigate how alloy composition and manufacturing processes, such as casting, homogenization, rolling, coating, curing, and end making, affect product performance.
- Develop processing-microstructure-property-performance correlations through experimental testing and data analysis.
- Identify key process variables and optimization opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and product robustness.
- Collaborate with research, manufacturing, and product development teams to interpret results and provide technical recommendations.
- Document findings and communicate results through technical reports and presentations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Materials Science, Metallurgical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering.
- Standing as a rising junior, senior, or Master's student with a strong academic record.
- Basic understanding of materials science fundamentals, including microstructure-property relationships and mechanical behavior.
- Coursework or project experience in physical metallurgy, materials processing, or characterization.
- Familiarity with metallographic sample preparation and techniques like optical microscopy, SEM, XRD, or EBSD.
- Experience with mechanical testing methods such as tensile or hardness testing.
- Proficiency with data analysis tools like Excel, MATLAB, or Python.
- Ability to design and execute laboratory experiments and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Kennesaw, Georgia.
- Term: May 2027 to December 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Competitive pay with a combined housing and relocation stipend for eligible candidates.
About Novelis
Novelis produces flat-rolled aluminum products. It operates as a recycler of aluminum on a global scale. The company serves customers in the automotive, aerospace, beverage can, and specialty markets. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the firm maintains a network of rolling and recycling facilities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. It employs over 10,000 people.
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