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2026 Powder Engineering Internship - ATI Specialty Materials

ATI

United States, North Carolina, Monroe

Sep 23, 2025

Proven to Perform.
From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

Program Duration: 10 Weeks | Summer 2026
Eligible Students: Rising Juniors & Seniors in Materials Science, Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Shape the Future of Powder Metallurgy - Intern with ATI

ATI is a global leader in performance-critical materials used in aerospace, defense, energy, and medical applications. Our powder operations are at the forefront of additive manufacturing, advanced powder processing, and next-gen alloy systems. As a Powder Engineering Intern, you'll work with cutting-edge equipment and processes to advance powder flow, quality, and process capability-from atomization to AM print trials.

Whether your passion lies in precision flow dynamics, AM materials testing, or scale-up for large-volume powder production, you'll find real engineering challenges here with impact that lasts beyond summer.

What You'll Work On

You may be assigned to one of the following technical focus areas:

Ni Powder & Process Optimization

Study how key process equipment impact powder production.
Analyze the effect of powder flow characteristics and stability.

Work in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) lab to develop 3D print parameters for new or experimental powder alloys.
Support process improvement initiatives for powder atomization systems
Evaluate and recommend equipment solutions for scaling up large-volume powder manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

Currently pursuing a B.S. in:

Materials Science & Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

GPA of 3.0+ preferred
Strong interest in powder metallurgy, AM, or vacuum/thermal processing
Hands-on lab or manufacturing experience a plus
Familiarity with CAD, Excel, or data analysis tools is beneficial

What You'll Gain

First-hand experience in powder atomization and handling systems
Exposure to additive manufacturing workflows and material qualification testing
Involvement in real process improvements with cross-functional teams
Mentorship from experienced engineers and technical staff
Consideration for full-time or extended internship roles based on performance

Application Timeline

Phase	Timeline
Applications Open	September 2025
Interviews Conducted	October-November 2025
Offers Extended	December 2025
Internship Runs	May-August 2026

About ATI - Bakers Powder

Our Bakers Powder facility is a cornerstone of ATI's innovation in powder-based alloy solutions, with world-class capabilities in gas atomization and additive manufacturing. It supports rapid prototyping, advanced aerospace components, and scalable powder solutions for next-generation applications.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.