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Job Description:

Formulation Engineer Internship

Hobart Brothers Company, an Illinois Tool Works Company, is a recognized leader in the manufacturing and distribution of welding consumables worldwide. Our team of Formulators and Development Engineers use their talents within this organization to create and develop new filler metals geared towards meeting our customer’s needs. New Product development includes rigorous testing of as-welded filler metals as well as designing new consumable products to meet industry and operational standards.

**Position:** _Materials Science or Welding Engineering Intern_

**Time Frame:** _Summer 2026_

Key areas of learning:

+ Work with development engineers to learn basic alloy design of metal cored and flux cored wires and to conduct studies & tests for internal validation

+ Will be trained to submit wire formulations using Hobart software for manufacturing on the R & D equipment

+ Will be trained to operate welding and test equipment as needed. Ability to conduct tests and validate with hands-on welding can be expected

+ Gain an understanding of wire manufacturing processes on weld performance

+ Characterize new materials and evaluate through substitution formulation testing to qualify new suppliers and chemicals.

+ Intern will work with cross functional internal team members including engineers, technicians, and marketing personnel

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science Engineering, Welding Engineering or related Engineering field

+ Must be classified as a Junior or Senior for 2026-2027 academic year

+ Open to MS candidates in similar fields

+ Strong interpersonal & communication skills

+ Self-motivated

+ Comfortability working in teams

+ Strong prioritization & organization skills (80/20!)

Compensation Information:

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_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._

_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._