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Machinist Intern

CompanyMate Precision Technologies
LocationAnoka
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Machinist Intern will perform general maintenance on machines and learn to operate manual and CNC equipment. They are responsible for inspecting products using measuring devices to ensure they meet quality and productivity specifications.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
166
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
29 hours
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About The Company
Founded in 1962, Mate is a world-class manufacturer of superior solutions for the metalworking industry. We manufacture workholding, tooling for every major CNC punch press, press brake tooling and and offer a complete line of laser consumables. Mate products and services are available worldwide, fully supported by more than 80 dealers in every industrialized country. Mate’s mission is to personally Respect, Support and Inspire metalworking professionals around the world with high-quality products and services for factory productivity.
About the Role

Description

 The Machinist Intern at Mate Precision Technologies will perform general maintenance on various machines and learn to operate manual and CNC machines within their department. They will also learn to inspect the products they are running using various measuring devices. Current enrollment in a CNC Technology program at a technical college is required.


Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Set up and run various machines.
  • Inspect work using gaging and inspection devices to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Meet expectations for productivity and quality and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Follows guidelines established for work scheduling and understanding delivery objectives.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and lean activities. 
  • Collaborates with others, is open-minded, responsive, and supportive of others’ efforts to succeed.
  • Demonstrates integrity by being dependable, having good judgment, being honest, and taking responsibility for their actions.
  • Respectful of others, encouraging others to share their ideas, actively listening to others, and having common courtesy.
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

 Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required. 
  • Must enroll or be enrolled in CNC Technology program as a full time student, required.
  • Good attitude and self-motivated. 
  • Good mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills.
  • A willingness to learn new machining skills.
  • Good mathematical skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

  • Frequent walking and standing.
  • Occasional bending and stooping. 
  • Use of hand to finger. 
  • Lift, move, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
  • Reach with hands and arms.
  • Noise level is moderate.
  • Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles.

Pay, Work Schedule, & Benefits:

  • Starting Pay: $25/hour
  • Work Hours/Schedule: Flexible part-time hours (20-29 hours/week) depending on class schedule / Full-time during summer available
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan plus employer match
  • Profit Sharing
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 / year
Key Skills
MachiningCNC OperationManual Machine OperationInspectionGagingMechanical AptitudeComputer SkillsMathematical SkillsCommunicationLean ActivitiesContinuous Improvement
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineering
Benefits
Paid Time Off401(k) Retirement PlanEmployer MatchProfit SharingEmployee Assistance ProgramVision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement