Summer 2027 Intern - Product/ Process Engineer (Plate Product)

ATI • Washington, PA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

ATI is seeking a Summer 2027 Process/Product Engineering Intern for its Washington, Pennsylvania operations in the Pittsburgh region. The internship provides hands-on engineering assignments and projects, professional development, and networking opportunities. The intern will work under the guidance of an established ATI professional and contribute to manufacturing improvement initiatives in a heavy industrial metals environment.

The role includes assisting product and process engineers with metals manufacturing, processing, and product performance activities. The intern may gain exposure to operations such as melting, casting, hot and cold rolling, heat treatment, finishing, and materials testing, and will help evaluate material properties and manufacturing performance. Work combines office-based engineering activities with hands-on work in manufacturing areas, where personal protective equipment and compliance with company safety procedures are required.

The internship is intended to build practical understanding of metals manufacturing and the links among processes, material microstructure, mechanical properties, and finished-product performance. Interns will work with experienced engineers and metallurgists, contribute to technical projects, and develop communication, data analysis, project management, and collaboration skills. ATI does not provide immigration sponsorship for its positions and provides equal employment opportunities, including reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline at an accredited four-year college or university.
• Strong academic foundation in engineering principles, materials science, chemistry, metallurgy, or manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment while adhering to established safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, co-op, laboratory, or project experience in manufacturing, metallurgy, materials science, or process engineering.
• Familiarity with metallic materials, including steel, stainless steel, nickel-based alloys, titanium, or other specialty metals.
• Basic understanding of metallurgical principles, including phase transformations, heat treatment, mechanical properties, and material characterization.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes such as melting, casting, rolling, forging, or thermal processing.
• Experience with data analysis, statistical methods, or engineering software such as Minitab, MATLAB, Python, or similar applications.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated interest in industrial manufacturing, process optimization, and product development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Product and Process Engineers with daily engineering activities related to metals manufacturing, processing, and product performance.
• Support the development, evaluation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve product quality, operational efficiency, and consistency.
• Help troubleshoot manufacturing and product quality issues by collecting data, evaluating process conditions, and identifying potential root causes.
• Analyze material properties, chemical compositions, mechanical testing results, and metallurgical characteristics to help ensure products meet customer specifications.
• Support process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity and material yields, reducing scrap, and minimizing manufacturing costs.
• Participate in engineering trials and process evaluations, including data collection, documentation, and analysis of results.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Technical Services teams to address production challenges and implement improvements.
• Assist with developing and maintaining engineering documentation, process specifications, standard operating procedures, and technical reports.
• Use engineering principles and analytical tools to evaluate manufacturing performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and present project findings, technical analyses, and recommendations to engineering and operations leadership.
• Perform other engineering-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Hands-on work assignments and projects related to the intern's career field of interest.
• Professional development curriculum focused on business acumen and professional skills.
• Planned networking opportunities with other interns and employees.

What This Job Offers

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