Arc/DED Welding Engineering Intern

EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying new technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation.  EWI associates are passionate about identifying options to technical problems that provide a long-term competitive advantage for our clients.  Our clients tell us we are a valuable extension and complement to their innovation, engineering, and manufacturing teams.  If you enjoy working with customers, solving difficult technical problems, and developing and applying advanced technology; EWI is the place for you.

EWI has provided high end research and development services to commercial and government clients for over 35 years as a not-for-profit contract research laboratory with a focus on joining and related technologies.  EWI’s Arc Welding and Directed Energy Deposition Processes (AW-DED-P) Group is a world leader in arc welding processes and is building a range of new capabilities to advance robotic arc welding and robotic DED additive manufacturing and repair.  The AW-DED-P Group is looking for an Engineering Intern to support our engineers and technicians with project work, and to perform tasks that allow the group to operate more efficiently as a whole.  During the program, interns will transition from a technical labor-based position to that of a functioning engineer, gaining exposure to different industries and technologies along the way.  During the summer semester, interns work 40 hours a week with potential for some overtime hours.  

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Desire to work in hands-on lab environment and research environment
• Education and experience in arc welding and/or robotic programming
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to effectively present to a group
• Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of a team
• Solutions-oriented mindset
• Seeking to learn from leading minds in innovation 
• Hands-on arc welding experience desired
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Laboratory/light production floor with ventilation, climate-control system, moderate lighting, and moderate noise level;
• Use finger dexterity to type, adjust, move, handle, perform, operate, install, attach, remove, apply, grasp, manipulate, and measure;
• Frequently move, transport, rotate, reach, pull, twist, adjust position, push, stoop, bend, and crouch; and
• Lift 10 to 40 pounds on a frequent basis and 40 to 80 pounds occasionally

ENGINEERING CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in engineering at an accredited university
• Engineering disciplines preferred:
  • Welding
  • Automation
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical
  • Other relevant areas of study

EOE/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search and/or application process should contact Human Resources at (614) 688-5000.