Maintenance Intern - Mechanical

Location: Reading, PA

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels.  Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.  Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Job Summary

This individual will be able to apply hands on technical application in maintenance related fields. Responsibilities will be working hands on with maintenance craftsmen to utilize their technical training in an industrial application. Projects include but not limited to machine rebuilding, troubleshooting techniques, preventive maintenance, print reading, and equipment installation. Application of safety and maintenance procedures will be required. Also working with production and engineering on lean and continuous improvement projects within maintenance and production.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES FOR THE MAINTENANCE INTERN

The Maintenance intern will provide support for maintenance, engineering, and production. Support includes troubleshooting, startup, commissioning, and maintenance of the plant assets, focusing on safe, reliable, and cost-effective production in a lean manufacturing environment. The intern program provides On-the-Job Training (OJT) Plan working with designated team members.

Safely performs assigned tasks competently and efficiently.

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

The selected candidate will be onboarded as a maintenance trainee intern and will work with our current maintenance team and supervisors in an industrial maintenance discipline.

Will learn how to locate sources of problems by observing mechanical and/or electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments, drawings, and diagrams.

Will learn to remove/replace defective parts by disassembling machinery, using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools.

Will assist in controlling downtime by preforming routine preventative maintenance requirements, daily equipment inspections, and monitoring machine operational performance.

Perform duties as needed in support of the plant.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must be enrolled at an accredited university/college/trade school and be pursuing at least a two-year technical degree in Mechanical Maintenance or equivalent area and have completed the first year of core technical courses.

Required cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.

Ability to work minimum 20 hours beginning Summer 2027. Hours will be based on a part-time work schedule during the school semester and/or a full-time work schedule of 40 hours per week during the summer up to a maximum of 1,000 hours during any 12-month period.

Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.

PREFERRED FOR THE MAINTENANCE INTERN

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well organized and the ability to prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.

Willing to work in a fast paced, ever changing work environment.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.