Student - School to Work - Metallurgy

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

• Problem-Solving: Strong desire to learn transform and apply theoretical knowledge into practical, lab-ready skills in tribological testing and non-destructive inspections. (and this could be showing once in this section).
• Communication Skills: Written and verbal communication skills for creating reports, presenting findings, and working with teams.
• Teamwork: Ability to work well in collaborative environments with multidisciplinary teams.

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

• Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of hiring
• Current Enrollment: You must be a current student in high school or in a college/university interested in pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Able to work up to 19 hours per week during the academic year

The Metallurgy School‑to‑Work employee will support laboratory operations within the Corporate Metallurgy Lab. This role provides hands‑on exposure to engineering laboratory workflows, advanced inspection technologies, data handling, and safe laboratory practices. The position is designed for high school or college students (minimum age 16 per STW guidelines) who are exploring careers in engineering, materials science, or technical laboratory work.

Key Responsibilities Laboratory Support (Primary Responsibilities)

• Support basic lab work activities, such as organizing fixtures, preparing parts, setting up workstations, and reviewing standard operating materials.
• Assist with metallographic inspections to confirm microstructural and mechanical properties.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Assist team with routine equipment checks and lab standardization tasks (training material organization, documentation updates, label creation, equipment maintenance etc.).

Technical Learning & Exposure

Under supervision and within STW legal restrictions (no hazardous operations for 16–17‑year‑olds), STW employees may observe or assist with:

• Documentation of failed components (visual)
• Mechanical properties testing (macro and micro hardness)
• Metallography (imaging only)
• Data post‑processing and basic interpretation steps led by engineers
• Training material creation and other standardization efforts  

Technical/Soft Skill Expectations:

• Interest in engineering (e.g. mechanical), materials science, or laboratory technology
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions
• Good communication habits and reliability

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.