What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Mechanical Engineer position at Arconic and Careers?
We’re currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic student to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern. The Manufacturing Engineer Intern position is a minimum 12 week assignment for Summer 2026. We are a heavy industrial manufacturing facility that transforms aluminum and other metals into various products. This position will be based at our 600 Kawneer Drive, Springdale, AR location.
Why join us? Our interns have the opportunity to be part of real world business scenarios. Their skills are sharpened as full members of a project team, working alongside leaders in partnership with business unit clients. Interns are assigned projects based on their business unit specifications which will vary depending on location. Some of the highlights as a member of the team are business insights sessions with the Senior Leadership team, professional development opportunities, plant tours, and social activities with other interns and colleagues.
We look for interns with:
- Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement;
- A strong record of team, project and/or people leadership in a work setting and/or extracurricular activities;
- The ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment;
- Willingness to take initiative to understand the business;
- An aptitude for problem solving;
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills;
- Previous successful experience as an active member of a team;
- A strong commitment to excellence and personal and professional growth;
- An independent work ethic: resourceful, responsible, tenacious, curious, confident, and high energy.
Basic Qualifications
- Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Manufacturing or Engineering Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Involvement in extracurricular activities
- Prior work experience
- Expected graduation date of May 2026, August 2026, December 2026, or April/May/June 2027