Metallurgical Engineering Intern

EJ • Ardmore, OK

16h

About The Position

EJ is hiring a Metallurgical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. The intern will gain hands-on experience at a modern iron foundry and contribute to real-world problem-solving and operational excellence. The role focuses on preparing, analyzing, characterizing, and reporting metallographic samples of ductile and gray iron; conducting failure investigations using root cause analysis supported by metallurgical data; and developing continuous improvement efforts to reduce the time required to prepare ductile samples. The intern is also expected to promote EJ’s culture, mission, vision, and core values, and follow company safety beliefs, employee engagement expectations, code of conduct, policies, and procedures.

EJ is a family-owned company with global operations and a corporate headquarters in East Jordan, Michigan. It designs, manufactures, and distributes access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. The company’s stated core values include safety and security, honesty and integrity, environmental responsibility, respect for others, quality and excellence, and social responsibility.

The position’s work environment is described as having a usually moderate noise level. The role involves regularly using hands to handle or feel and talking or hearing; frequently standing, walking, sitting, and reaching; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Be a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a related field at a four-year college or university.
• Be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
• Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Have close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, characterize, and report ductile and gray iron metallographic samples.
• Conduct failure investigations using root cause analysis and metallurgical data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects intended to reduce metallographic sample preparation times.
• Promote the company’s culture, mission, vision, and core values, including its safety beliefs, employee engagement, competencies, code of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern