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Materials Engineering Intern - 1st shift
Role Purpose:
The Intern's primary responsibility will be to work on a project directed toward either product/test improvement or research. These projects will be in the Huron Test Engineering group. The project is determined by the Intern in collaboration with the Engineering team. Projects within the Test Engineering Group may be centered on programming-related projects or test creation/optimization projects.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
1. Follow the directions of the Engineers.
2. Ability to analyze data using Excel and Minitab.
3. Preparation of material samples.
4. Physical testing of materials.
5. Dummy assembly testing or full dummy testing.
6. Programming under the direction of Engineers. Performs other related duties as assigned.
7. At the conclusion of the internship, the intern is required to prepare and present in person to the management team on their experience at Humanetics.
Physical DemandsRemaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting at a desk for prolonged periods.Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.Communicating with others to exchange information.Occasionally operating machinery and/or power tools.Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
TravelPossible travel to Michigan facility.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyses information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Education and/or Experience:
2-year technical degree required (or actively pursuing 4-year technical degree)
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) technical preferred.
Humanetics is an equal opportunity employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.
