Material Engineering Intern

Otis • Farmington, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Otis is seeking a Materials Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to contribute to engineering project work involving elevator system components. Assignments may include component qualification and testing, functional evaluations connected to technology transfers and offshore sourcing, existing-component cost reduction, and failure analysis. Assignments will reflect project priorities.

The intern will work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and is expected to communicate clearly, solve problems, work with minimal direction, respect individual differences, welcome diverse perspectives, and offer informed suggestions for process improvement. The role is based at Otis’s Farmington, Connecticut location. The hourly pay range is $25 to $30; actual pay may vary based on relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Materials Science Engineering, Metallurgy, or a similar engineering field.
• Must remain enrolled in an accredited degree program following the internship start date in Summer 2027.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software applications, with a high level of experience using Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.
• Ability to communicate a clear understanding of subject matter and work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to respect individual differences and welcome diverse thinking.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MATLAB.
• Experience with Pro/ENGINEER or similar CAD tools.
• Self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Work on Summer 2027 project assignments involving qualification and testing of elevator system components.
• Conduct functional evaluations of components related to technology transfers and offshore sourcing initiatives.
• Support existing-component cost-reduction activities.
• Support failure-analysis activities.
• Offer informed suggestions to improve processes.

Benefits

• Employee Scholar Program sponsorship for colleagues pursuing degrees or certification programs.
• Opportunities, training, and resources to build leadership and capabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern