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Materials Engineering Intern

CompanyJohnson Controls
LocationGlendale
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Materials Engineering Intern will assist the BE Materials Lab team under the guidance of full-time Materials engineers. Responsibilities include sample preparations, microscopy, and mechanical testing of materials.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$21 - $24
Company Size
60127
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Building on a proud history of 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering. Today, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry. Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information.
About the Role

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025. 

What you will do:

The Materials Engineering Intern will work within the BE Materials Lab team under the direction of full-time Materials engineers.

How you will do it:

The activities that the intern would perform include:

  • Sample Preparations of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
  • Etching, polishing and microscopy of various metallic alloys .
  • Use of Image Analysis software for documenting and analyzing various microstructures.
  • EDS/SEM analysis of materials including imaging and spectral analysis.
  • Mechanical testing of materials.

What we look for:

  • Current Junior or Senior in a relevant Engineering field at an accredited university.
  • Candidates with a major in Materials Science or with strong background or experience in Materials preferred.  

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $21-24/hour (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

Key Skills
Materials EngineeringSample PreparationEtchingPolishingMicroscopyImage Analysis SoftwareMicrostructure AnalysisEDSSEM AnalysisMechanical Testing
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchEnvironmental & Sustainability