2026 Internship & Co-Op Program
$15 - $25/hr
At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! Why Materion Are you're looking for a summer job that provides you with hands on professional experience, giving ...
$15 - $25/hr
At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! Why Materion Are you're looking for a summer job that provides you with hands on professional experience, giving ...
$15 - $25/hr
At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! Why Materion Are you're looking for a summer job that provides you with hands on professional experience, giving ...
$8.37 - $9.69
3% of jobs
$9.69 - $11.01
3% of jobs
$11.01 - $12.32
3% of jobs
$12.32 - $13.64
9% of jobs
$14.07 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.64 - $14.96
21% of jobs
The median wage is $15.51 / hr.
$14.96 - $16.27
26% of jobs
$17.32 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.27 - $17.59
13% of jobs
$17.59 - $18.91
12% of jobs
$18.91 - $20.22
4% of jobs
$20.22 - $21.54
3% of jobs
$21.54 - $22.86
3% of jobs
$8
$16
$22
Internships are opportunities sought by high school or college students and recent graduates to gain experience with a company or in a field that may cultivate your interest further and possibly lead to future employment. Interns do a wide variety of things, depending on the field and type of organization of their assignment. For example, a lab intern may clean and sterilize equipment, while a marketing intern may perform administrative tasks to help prepare reports and presentations. Internships are typically short-term, ranging from a few weeks to a year.
| Aspect | Intern | Junior Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically students or recent graduates, may have limited certifications | Basic coding skills, some certifications or coursework in programming |
| Work Environment | Learning-focused, supervised, entry-level tasks | More independent, responsible for specific projects, collaborative |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Common in tech companies, internships are temporary | Full-time or part-time employment, ongoing role |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding entry-level opportunities, learning roles | Career progression, skill development |
The main difference between an Intern and a Junior Developer is that an Intern is usually a student or recent graduate gaining initial industry experience, often in a temporary, learning-focused role. A Junior Developer is a more experienced entry-level professional responsible for specific tasks and projects within a company, with greater independence and ongoing employment. Internships serve as a stepping stone, while Junior Developers are part of the regular workforce.

7.7
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
45th of 92 rated chemical manufacturers
Why Materion
Are you're looking for a summer job that provides you with hands on professional experience, giving you a chance to contribute toward future technologies that impact every day life while focused on safety and sustainability globally?
Then take time to connect with us and learn how you can develop and refine your skills through this paid internship and gain confidence for a productive transition into a full-time career upon graduation.
What You'll Need
We're eager to connect with those who are:
If you have this, we'll provide the rest.
Work Environment
Fast paced due to continual expansion of the company. Team oriented. Respectful of work-life balance.
What We'll Provide
Pay Range
$15.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.
Where You'll Work (internships may be located at any of the following Materion locations):
Areas of Focus
Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the "Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Materion's Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.
Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.
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Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Cleveland, OH, US
1931