Interns - Manufacturing Engineer - Whitehall, MI (Summer 2027)
Howmet Aerospace · Whitehall, MI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Whitehall, MI. At the conclusion of the program, each intern will present their projects to plant managers, supervisors, and mentors.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- 5S, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Michigan: typical posted base $78k–$162k.
Median of the low and high ends of 25 live postings that list pay, out of 77 manufacturing engineer openings in Michigan, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 76 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $78k–$162k, from 25 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- New product launch 61%
- Tooling 47%
- Lean 40%
- Root cause 32%
- ✓ Team leadership 29%
- FMEA 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Howmet Aerospace
We found 12 people at this company and state: 11 in this kind of role, 1 leaders. Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. See them ↓
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
Write to Emily → (free) - 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall
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Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Qualifications
- ✓Candidate must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
- ✓Minimum completion of Sophomore level coursework from an accredited institution (by May 2027).
- ✓Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in engineering in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial
- ✓AutoCAD, CAD/CAM, and Solidworks experience a plus
- ✓Strong verbal and written communication skills
- ✓Excellent analytical skills
- ✓Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment
- ✓Strong organizational skills
- ✓Relevant internship/work/research experience a plus
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Our Manufacturing Engineer Interns will be located in various plants across our campus in Whitehall, MI. We are seeking highly motivated and energetic students to join our team. These positions will assist engineering with plant floor layout reconstruction, 5S projects and standardized work development.
The 2027 Summer Internship Program consists of 10-14 weeks of structured hands-on training involving plant tours, lunch & learn seminars, fun networking events to connect with fellow interns, and projects selected to add direct value to the business. At the conclusion of the program, each intern will present their projects to plant managers, supervisors, and mentors. An internship at Howmet Aerospace will provide an invaluable experience that you can utilize in any role, and it’s Howmet's goal to evaluate our interns for potential entry-level openings.
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Our Story
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com