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Materials Science and Engineering - Co-Op Positions

Posted 12 hours ago
$3900 - $7300 per month
0-2 years experience
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AI Summary

Analyze materials, components, and fluids to resolve design, manufacturing, and quality issues, including failure analysis, material selection, and characterization. Collaborate with stakeholders to recommend and document solutions, using materials science methods and tools to improve component performance and support projects.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:  

  • Utilize knowledge of Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Analytical Chemistry principles and practices to identify and advance solutions to achieve design, manufacturing, and quality goals.  
  • Work cross-functionally on projects that require materials and fluids guidance on topics such as material and process selection, failure analysis, chemical and microstructural characterization, chemical metrology, and process pertaining to manufacturing and quality issues.  
  • Utilize the core relationships between structure, composition, and processing to optimize performance of the component or fluid within its system.  
  • Apply the principles of surface engineering to manipulate wear, strength, and corrosion resistance of components.  
  • Evaluate component requirements regarding form and function to identify base material and processing options.  
  • Select manufacturing route, material and process based on best-fit option(s) aligned to requirements.  
  • Use spectroscopy methods, microstructural evaluation, mechanical property measurements, non-destructive inspection methods, and specialized tools regarding wear and corrosion on in-process, tested, or field-returned parts or fluids.  
  • May include activities in analytically investigating product or manufacturing problems and recommending appropriate actions for problem resolution and/or optimization  
  • Supervised execution using your understanding of fundamental Physics and Chemistry to understand causal mechanisms, recommend appropriate action and documenting problem resolutions.  
  • Actively collaborating with key stakeholders and colleagues, communicating analysis results to impact and support the successful advancement of projects. 

Using tools related materials science and chemistry such as:  

  • SEM  
  • Optical Microscopy  
  • Chemical Spectroscopy methods  
  • X-ray diffraction and radiography techniques  
  • Magma or other process simulation tools  
  • Wear testing  
  • Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current and other NDE methods  
  • Knowledge of Industry Standards  

 

Responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will need the following:  

 

  • Component Failure Analysis  
  • Component Material and Process Selection  
  • Applies Principles of Tribology  
  • Non-Destructive Evaluation  
  • Material Characterization  
  • Joining and Bonding Science 
  • Applies Principles of Surface Engineering  
  • Decision Quality  
  • Drives Results  
  • Collaborates  
  • Communicates Effectively Self-Development  

 

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD  

Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors  

Qualifications

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level: 

  • Bachelor's  - $3,900 - $5,000 
  • Master's - $6,000 
  • PhD - $7,300  

 

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate. 

   

Co-Op program criteria:  

 

  • Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/University  
  • Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred  
  • Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment - Must be able to complete 40 hours per week  
  • Willingness to learn from others on the job
  • Must be currently residing within the continental U.S. 

 

Cummins and E-verify  

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our  policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability,  national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or  expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the  Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information  from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.   

Ready to think beyond your desk? Apply for this opportunity to start your career with Cummins today. careers.cummins.com 

 

Not ready to apply but want to learn more? Join our Talent Community to get the inside track on great jobs and  confidentially connect to our recruiting team: http://connect.find.ly/cummins  

  

  U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:

Co-op (Co-operative): Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must also currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for assignments 4, 6, or up to 12 months, often aligning with school semesters. Some schools may require students to be officially enrolled in a co-op program—check with your career services or co-op office.

Academic Enrollment: If your co-op assignment is approved by your academic institution as part of a formal co-op program, the school acknowledges your participation and grants permission for you to take time off from classes while remaining in good academic standing. Cummins does not require you to be enrolled in a minimum number of credit hours during your co-op. Whether you take a semester off from classes, enroll part-time, or take evening courses is up to you and your school. You are responsible for meeting your university’s academic policies and/or co-op program requirements. Please consult your academic advisor or co-op office to ensure you remain in compliance.

International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.

Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.


Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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