Alcoa (NYSE: AA) is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products, with a strong portfolio of value-added cast and rolled products and substantial energy assets. Alcoa is built on a foundation of strong values and operating excellence dating back nearly 130 years to the world-changing discovery that made aluminum an affordable and vital part of modern life. Since inventing the aluminum industry, and throughout our history, our talented Alcoans have followed on with breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate.

Alcoa is currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic student to join our team as a Metallurgical Engineering Intern. Why Alcoa? Your education is just beginning! Alcoa interns have the opportunity to be part of real world business scenarios. Our interns learn our business processes and are given ample mentoring and instruction. Their skills are sharpened as full members of a project team, working alongside leaders in partnership with business unit clients. Interns are also exposed to a variety of project-based assignments which allow them to add value to the company. Interns are assigned projects based on their business unit specifications which will vary depending on location. Internships typically run from May/June through August. 

Some of the highlights as a member of the team are:
•    Information sessions with the Senior Leadership team across Alcoa
•    Housing stipend/ housing for students who reside outside of their internship location
•    Professional development opportunities and on the job training
•    Exposure to the inner workings of a Fortune 500 Company
•    A competitive wage
•    Plant tours and possible opportunities to visit other Alcoa locations
•    Social activities with other interns and Alcoa colleagues 

While an internship with Alcoa provides you with invaluable experience that you could utilize in any role, it is Alcoa’s goal to evaluate its interns for potential entry-level openings. With over 60 locations across the US, there are opportunities to work in a variety places around the country.
 

Qualifications

Basic

•    Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree program in Material Science/Metallurgical Engineering with an Accredited College or University
•    Must have completed Sophomore year
•    Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire; Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred 
•    A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
•    NOTE: Please make sure your GPA is reflected on your Resume

Qualities We're Looking For
•    Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and an aptitude for Material Science/Metallurgy
•    A strong record of team, project and/or people leadership in a work setting and/or extracurricular activities
•    The ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; willingness to take initiative to understand the business
•    An aptitude for problem solving; strong writing and verbal communication skills
•    Previous successful experience as an active member of a team
•    A strong commitment to excellence and to personal and professional growth
•    Must be resourceful, responsible, tenacious, curious, independent, confident and high energy