Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a motivated intern interested in materials science, manufacturing, and thin-film coatings. This hands-on internship provides practical experience in part preparation, coating operations, and production documentation under the guidance of our engineering team. No prior coating experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Learn and perform part-cleaning procedures, including solvent cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning, and sandblasting.
- Carefully handle, prepare, and fixture delicate parts for coating.
- Assist with loading and unloading coating chambers.
- Learn to operate a manual coating chamber following established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Complete process records and maintain accurate part identification.
- Assist with packaging finished parts and maintaining an organized workspace.
- Support basic coating inspection, measurements, and engineering experiments as training and project needs allow.
- Assist with other tasks as requested by management.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree or technical training in materials science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
- Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to follow written instructions and complete records accurately.
- Dependable attendance and ability to follow safety procedures.
Learning opportunities
The intern will develop practical skills in surface preparation, physical vapor deposition (PVD), careful part handling, process documentation, and coating quality control.
Internship arrangement
An initial three-month internship with an agreed work schedule. Continued internship or future part-time or full-time employment may be considered based on performance and business needs.
Compensation: $25-30 / per hour