Interns - Quality Engineer - Whitehall, MI (Summer 2027)
Howmet Aerospace · Whitehall, MI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality 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
- Root cause
- 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
Quality Engineer roles in Michigan: typical posted base $85k–$149k.
Median of the low and high ends of 21 live postings that list pay, out of 65 quality engineer openings in Michigan, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 64 other live quality postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $85k–$149k, from 21 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 69%
- PPAP 49%
- FMEA 49%
- Control plans 42%
- New product launch 37%
- SPC 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention 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 Quality team at Howmet Aerospace
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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.
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Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- 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 Material Science
- ✓Strong verbal and written communication skills
- ✓Excellent dimensional and analytical skills
- ✓Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- ✓Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis and suiting methodology
- ✓Relevant internship/work/research experience a plus
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Our Quality 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 manufacturing issues relative to customer specifications. Root cause analysis & corrective/preventative action determined as appropriate.
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