Engineering Intern, Materials - Summer 2026

About the Role

As a member of the Technical Shared Services Materials Team, the intern will support key activities such as preparing material samples for hardness, mechanical, microstructural, and chemical testing. The role includes designing and executing experiments for component‑level material performance, assisting engineers with material analysis, and providing technical guidance to improve processing. Collaboration with design and engineering teams is essential for the development and enhancement of power tools. • Prepare material samples for hardness, mechanical, microstructural, and chemical testing. • Design and execute experiments for component-level material performance testing. • Assist engineers in material analysis and provide technical guidance. • Collaborate with design and engineering teams to improve power tools. • Work with cross-functional teams across Metallics, Non‑Metallics, and Color functions.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸material testing
• ▸experiment design
• ▸material analysis
• ▸technical guidance
• ▸power tools
• ▸cross‑functional

What You Bring

During the internship, participants gain first‑hand exposure to the company's operations in the United States and abroad while expanding a cross‑functional professional network. Interns are expected to adapt to change, demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, and work collaboratively in team‑oriented environments. Creativity, confidence, and the ability to balance academic responsibilities with extracurricular activities are also emphasized. The ideal candidate is a rising junior or senior (graduating in 2026 or 2027) pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Metal, or Non‑metal Material Engineering. Strong academic performance, knowledge of material properties and processing, and basic familiarity with laboratory equipment like optical microscopes and polishers are required. Effective problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to manage academic and extracurricular commitments, are crucial for success. • Be a rising junior or senior (class of 2026‑2027) pursuing Mechanical or Materials Engineering. • Demonstrate strong academic performance and knowledge of material properties. • Familiarity with lab equipment such as optical microscopes and polishers. • Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Requirements

• ▸mechanical eng
• ▸materials eng
• ▸rising junior
• ▸optical microscope
• ▸problem solving
• ▸teamwork

Benefits

Stanley Black & Decker offers a dynamic internship program designed for students who are eager to build a career with purpose, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Interns join a global workforce of over 50,000 professionals who develop iconic brands such as DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, and CRAFTSMAN®. The program includes regular events, weekly lunch‑and‑learn sessions, and customized training from various business units. The internship offers a flexible schedule of up to 40 hours per week, competitive hourly compensation ranging from $22 to $27, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and product discounts. Graduates have opportunities for career advancement within this Fortune 500 company, which is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a purpose‑driven workplace. • Competitive hourly pay ($22‑$27) with flexible schedule up to 40 hrs/week. • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and product discounts. • Opportunities for career advancement and development within a Fortune 500 company.

Work Environment

Onsite