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Materials Intern Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Materials Intern

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

SUMMARY Assist and support the Materials department within Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee. This role will utilize analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in ...

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Materials Intern

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

SUMMARY Assist and support the Materials department within Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee. This role will utilize analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in ...

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Warehouse Intern

Portland, TN

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Warehouse Intern you will be working in our E-Scrap building sorting and removing individual ... This role is critical to ensure the highest quality of scrap material is processed and shipped to ...

Project Intern

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$27K - $31K/yr

The Project Intern provides general help on highway and heavy civil construction projects. The ... Tracking and inventory of materials * Flagging operations and daily traffic control reports

Warehouse Intern

Portland, TN · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Warehouse Intern you will be working in our E-Scrap building sorting and removing individual ... This role is critical to ensure the highest quality of scrap material is processed and shipped to ...

The intern will work closely with financial advisors and team members on client reviews, account ... Gather client data and materials in preparation for client reviews * Prepare client review packets ...

Intern

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$21/hr

The intern will work closely with financial advisors and team members on client reviews, account ... Gather client data and materials in preparation for client reviews * Prepare client review packets ...

... materials while solving urgent industrial challenges. As we scale our technology from pilot to ... The intern's primary project will be the development of a semi-automated image analysis tool for ...

... materials while solving urgent industrial challenges. As we scale our technology from pilot to ... The intern's primary project will be the development of a semi-automated image analysis tool for ...

Nonprofit Intern

Nashville, TN

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

... organizing materials, filing, preparing mailings, and administrative support Supporting the HFF ... intern availability (approximately 8-15 hours per week)

... materials, filing, preparing mailings, and administrative support • Supporting the HFF team with ... intern availability (approximately 8-15 hours per week)

Intern-Human Resources

Memphis, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Job Summary The Human Resources Intern provides administrative and project support to the Human ... Support onboarding activities by preparing new hire materials, assisting with orientation sessions ...

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Materials Intern information

What is a materials intern?

Materials Interns are students or recent graduates who work under the supervision of experienced materials engineers or scientists to gain hands-on experience in the field. They assist with tasks such as material testing, research, data analysis, and sample preparation in laboratories or industrial settings. The internship helps them apply theoretical knowledge from their studies to real-world projects, develop technical skills, and gain insight into careers in materials science or engineering. Materials Interns may also collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve material-related challenges and contribute to ongoing research and development initiatives.

What does a materials intern do?

As a Materials Intern, you will likely assist with tasks such as sourcing raw materials, supporting inventory management, conducting materials testing, and helping document quality control processes. Interns often work closely with engineers and supply chain teams to ensure materials meet production and quality standards. This hands-on experience provides valuable exposure to industry practices, cross-department collaboration, and can help build a strong foundation for a career in materials science or supply chain management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a materials intern?

To thrive as a Materials Intern, you generally need a background in materials science, engineering, or a related field, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data analysis software, and possibly inventory management systems is often required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and a willingness to learn quickly are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills and qualities ensure accurate data collection, efficient teamwork, and successful support of research and development initiatives.

What are the most commonly searched types of Materials jobs in Tennessee?

The most popular types of Materials jobs in Tennessee are:

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Materials Intern jobs?

Cities in Tennessee with the most Materials Intern job openings:

Materials Management Intern (Summer 2027)

Oshkosh Corporation

Murfreesboro, TN

$18 - $37/hr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Oshkosh Corporation rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

293rd of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities. The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications. Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks. Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

SUMMARY

Assist and support the Materials department within Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee. This role will utilize analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in optimal material flow at the lowest total landed cost. Develop process improvements within the Materials department.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to beall-inclusiveand other duties may be assigned:

  • Compile data from ERP systems, spreadsheet, and other sources to support decision-making in conjunction with the Plan for Every Part process.

  • Reduce excess material handling inside facilities, between facilities and to and from local suppliers through value stream analysis and application of PFEP principles.

  • Support standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy.

  • Work with the Materials and Operations department to introduce, promote, and implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce cost and improve efficiency.

  • Run and compile various reports as well as run various data analytics to understand the data

  • Assist in the continuous improvement techniques including Continuous Improvement events and 5S.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Student working towards a Bachelor's degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management, Business, Engineering, or related field for entire duration of internship.

  • Graduation date of December 2027 or later

  • Willing to travelor relocate to Murfreesboro, TN for the Summer of 2027 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Murfreesboro, TN).

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

  • GPA of 3.0 or greater

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer.Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.


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