Research & Development Intern
Job Summary
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise global network and unmatched R&D capabilities we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most 1905 Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
Summary:
The Intern will support key Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives through handson project work including aluminum product evaluation and process improvement activities as guided by the functional manager. This role is ideal for a detailoriented motivated individual with a strong technical mindset who is eager to learn how aluminum industrial manufacturing is sustained and enhanced by materials evaluation research and product development. The intern will contribute to meaningful OpEx efforts enabling safe continuous improvement across Extrusion North America.
What you will be doing
- Combine practical knowledge with available technical resources to support research and product development enabling operations to increase productivity and improve quality.
- Metallographic preparation and analysis towards development of new processes within aluminum extrusion. or root cause investigation of production issues.
- Perform various mechanical testing methods towards mechanical performance evaluation of extruded and/or fabricated aluminum.
- Participate in project planning and execution identifying and correcting deviations as they arise throughout project progression.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to advance OpEx initiatives and support plant needs.
What will make you successful
Required Education/Experience:
- Actively pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in Metallurgy Materials Science Engineering or Technology.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Manufacturing industrial or laboratory experience with aluminum.
- Demonstrated hands-on aptitude for process investigations and characterizations including formal communication through written and oral reporting.
- Mechanical testing and characterization.
- Demonstrated ability to collect organize analyze and interpret data.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with crossfunctional stakeholders.
- Curiosity initiative and a willingness to learn in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability veteran status marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.