CMC · 3 months ago
Quality Intern
Knoxville, TN
Internship
Onsite
InternCMC is a Fortune 500® company specializing in construction reinforcement and steel products. The Quality Intern role provides hands-on experience in industrial and engineering technologies, allowing interns to work on process improvement initiatives and gain exposure to various departments within the company.
AgricultureConstructionIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingRecyclingRetailTransportation
Responsibilities
Cross-train through the department to learn hands-on skills related to industrial/engineering technologies
Complete & Analyze time and motion studies
Document and report/suggest changes
Work with leadership on ways to improve & sustain processes
Create/Review/Update existing process flow layouts
Work closely with other on the CMC Team work on process improvement initiatives & projects
Identify, evaluate, and recommend cost saving opportunities by identifying process, quality and safety related improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and experience of safe operation of metallurgical testing equipment and operating in lab and / or industrial environment
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with an aptitude of problem solving
Able to work independently, take initiative and drive for results with minimal supervision
Proficient in MS Office programs – Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio
Ability to interact with coworkers and customers in a positive manner, follow directions and work rules and accept constructive feedback required
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to understand and apply ISO work instructions and standard operating practices and procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, highly motivated, and self-starter
Work in varying temperature and weather conditions
Understanding of Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement processes
Able to work a flexible schedule to include 40 hour work weeks during summer (June-August)
Able to work in a team environment
Must currently be an actively enrolled student at an accredited college or university in an applicable field; not limited to the following Engineering focuses Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Metallurgy, Material Sciences, etc
Preferred
Knowledge of Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Time Study, 5S, Kanban, Standardization, JIT, PDCA
Previous internship experiences preferred
Presentation/Report on an improvement project at the end of internship
Benefits
Hands-on experience in real-world projects across our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills, and offices
Mentorship and guidance from industry professionals committed to helping interns grow and succeed
Exposure to multiple departments, giving interns a broad understanding of our business and operations
Opportunities to innovate, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact from day one
A collaborative and inclusive culture that values fresh perspectives and diverse backgrounds
Pathways to full-time employment, with many interns transitioning into long-term careers at CMC
Company
CMC
CMC is a steel and metal products company that recycles scrap metal, manufactures steel, and fabricates construction materials.
Founded in 1915
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
CMC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$902MKey Investors
West Virginia Economic Development AuthorityMaricopa County Industrial Development Authority
2025-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $2M
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2022-02-01Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Peter Matt
President and Chief Executive Officer
David Miller
Co-Founder - Program Manager
Recent News
2026-01-09
2026-01-09
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