Materials Science Co-op/Intern- Summer 2026 at Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC

Timmonsville, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

35.22

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Materials Science, Metallurgical Testing, Failure Analysis, Data Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Metallography, Hardness Testing, Tensile Testing, Compression Testing, Sample Preparation, General Business Coursework, Transportation Planning, Public Transportation Knowledge, Reliability, Team Collaboration, Communication Skills

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Materials Science Co-op/Intern – Summer 2026 This job description reflects potential openings for the Summer 2026 Co-op/Internship Session (May - August). This is a general job description and represents multiple openings in various departments. Honda offers both single and multi-semester co-ops and internships. College students must apply to the requisition pertaining to their major and semester of interest Please note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered. More about the Material Science Co-op/ Intern at Honda The below descriptions reflect potential environments and duties within our various Material Science Co-op/ Intern positions that we offer. Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to Manufacturing (Casting, Paint, Product Engineering): Support mass production with failure analysis. Support new model groups with new materials/processes qualification and specification testing. Prepare samples for metallurgical evaluation - cutting, grinding, and polishing. Perform metallurgical testing (metallographic, hardness testing, tensile/compression testing, etc.). Summarize test results in report form and present investigation results. Collection, organization, and analysis of data to develop improvement activity. What you need to be successful in this role Required: Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship General Business Coursework Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher (You will be required to provide your current transcript) Class status- Sophomore (by credit hour) or above Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program studying Material Science or Metallurgical Engineering Valid U.S. Driver's License (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis) Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day *Public transportation and ride share services are limited in some of our locations. Co-ops are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from work each day, and must have a reliable plan for transportation in order to be eligible for a position. Regular in-person attendance is required, and transportation issues will not be excused. Desired: Ferrous Metallurgy, Physical Metallurgy, Failure Analysis, Material Science or Metallurgy lab courses, Manufacturing related coursework Position Locations Material Science Co-op/Intern positions are offered in the cities/ states listed below, if you are selected to move forward in the process, you will be given the opportunity to make selections on your location preferences: East Liberty, OH (55 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio) Timmonsville, South Carolina (20 minutes southwest of Florence, South Carolina) Raymond, OH (50 Minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio) Honda Co-operative and Learning Internships Program Benefits Housing Accommodations: Honda offers housing at a shared cost or a housing stipend based on location for our Co-ops and Interns. It is not required to opt-in to, but is available should you need housing at the time of your Co-op/ Internship with Honda. Textbook Reimbursement: If applicable. Honda Business Resource Groups: One of the ways Honda gives diversity a voice is through its business resource groups. The associate-led, company-supported groups have members aligned across different dimensions of diversity such as gender, ethnicity, ability, life stage and experiences. The groups provide networking opportunities, a chance to give back and professional development. Some groups have even given feedback on Honda products, making them more appealing to all. Embracing all views is what will drive us into the future. Honda wants passionate, driven people to be a part of that future. Performance Feedback: Honda Co-ops and Interns will have the opportunity to receive informal and formal feedback from their leaders, ask questions and express future interest in a scheduled mid-term and final evaluation. Mentorship: Each Co-op/ Intern is assigned a mentor in your department to help you navigate your time at Honda. On-site Wellness Center: Co-ops and Interns have access to join our Wellness Centers (varies by location). Our Wellness Centers are full gyms equipped with cardio machines, weights, basketball courts, pools, dieticians, personal trainers and group fitness classes. Paid overtime: Co-ops and Interns will receive 1.5 times their hourly rate of pay for any overtime worked. Consideration for full time employment: Our Cooperative Learning Internships program is utilized as a talent pipeline for our full time positions! Hourly Wage Range: $27.22-$35.22 Pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to, geographic location, work experience, education, etc. Additional details regarding Honda Co-op and Intern benefits are provided upon offer.

Responsibilities

The Materials Science Co-op/Intern will support mass production with failure analysis and assist new model groups with new materials/processes qualification and specification testing. Responsibilities also include preparing samples for metallurgical evaluation and performing various metallurgical tests.