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2027 Research and Development/Data Science Internship – ATI Specialty Materials
Location: Monroe, NC
Program Duration: 10 Weeks | Summer 2026
Target Students: Rising Juniors, Seniors, or Master’s Candidates – Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Data Science
Innovate Where Metal Meets Intelligence
At ATI, we engineer specialty materials that power the next generation of aircraft, spacecraft, surgical implants, and energy systems. As a Research and Development/Data Science Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting materials research and development projects. You’ll apply your materials science, engineering, or data science background to study advanced alloy systems and support the development and processing of high-performance materials.
What You’ll Work On
Depending on your project assignment, you may:
- Conducting microstructural characterization of novel titanium alloys.
- Supporting heat treatment studies of nickel and titanium alloys.
- Participating in hot working trials, including forging and rolling of nickel and titanium alloys.
- Supporting research and development activities involving nickel-base superalloy and titanium alloy systems.
- Applying materials science and engineering concepts to hands-on R&D projects and materials processing activities.
- Hands-on experience in materials research and development.
- Practical exposure to nickel-base superalloy and titanium alloy systems.
- Experience with microstructural characterization, heat treatment, forging, and rolling.
- Opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world materials engineering challenges.
- Experience that aligns with potential Engineer or Product/Process Engineer opportunities at ATI after graduation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in:
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Familiarity with:
- Python, R, or MATLAB for modeling or data analysis (Data Science)
- Metallurgical testing methods, forging/heat treat fundamentals (R&D)
- Tools such as Excel, JMP, Minitab, ImageJ, or CAD/FEA software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in process-structure-property relationships or intelligent manufacturing
*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.
Skills Required
- Rising junior, senior, or master's candidate
- Pursuing a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Data Science
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Python, R, or MATLAB for modeling or data analysis
- Familiarity with metallurgical testing methods and forging or heat-treatment fundamentals
- Experience with Excel, JMP, Minitab, ImageJ, or CAD/FEA software
- Interest in process-structure-property relationships or intelligent manufacturing
ATI Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions are described as notably strong, combining an automatic employer contribution with a dollar‑for‑dollar match that together reach a competitive employer funding level, with immediate vesting on the automatic portion.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as comprehensive with multiple medical plan designs, eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire, and support through HSA and FSA options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off provisions include competitive vacation that grows with tenure, a standard holiday schedule with additional floating days, and paid parental leave.
ATI Inc. Insights
What We Do
ATI Inc. specializes in advanced materials, including Ni/Co-base superalloys and specialty steels, serving industries such as Aerospace and Defense. The company also offers services in environmental remediation, research, facility management, construction, and building design.
