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Materials Science and Engineering - Co-Op Positions

Cummins

Location

Columb, IN

Type

Internship

Posted

9/25/2026

Compensation

Bachelor's: $3,900 - $5,000 | Master's: $6,000 | PhD: $7,300

Undergraduate Internship
Master's Internship
H-1B FY202697.3% approval-24% YoY
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Job description

In this role, you will leverage your knowledge of Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Analytical Chemistry to contribute to design, manufacturing, and quality goals. You will work cross-functionally on projects that require guidance on material and process selection, failure analysis, and chemical characterization. The position involves optimizing component performance and applying surface engineering principles to enhance wear and corrosion resistance. Collaboration with stakeholders and effective communication of analysis results will be key to advancing projects successfully.

Requirements

  • Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 or above preferred.
  • Must be able to complete a minimum of 4 to 12 months commitment at 40 hours per week.
  • Must currently reside within the continental U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize knowledge of Materials Science and Engineering to identify solutions for design and manufacturing goals.
  • Work on projects requiring materials and fluids guidance for process selection and failure analysis.
  • Optimize component performance by understanding the relationships between structure, composition, and processing.
  • Apply surface engineering principles to improve wear, strength, and corrosion resistance.
  • Evaluate component requirements to identify suitable materials and processing options.
  • Select manufacturing routes and processes based on best-fit options.
  • Use various analytical methods and tools for evaluating materials and components.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and communicate analysis results effectively.

Benefits

  • Employees at Cummins are often offered comprehensive benefits that support financial wellness (retirement savings/401(k) or pension options and profit-sharing), health and wellness (medical, dental, life insurance, FSAs), and professional growth through training and tuition reimbursement—sometimes including full education funding. Work-life perks commonly include paid vacation and holidays, parental leave and adoption assistance, flexible work arrangements, inclusion-focused programs, and paid volunteer time to give back to the community.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Cummins Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

130

FY2026

Approval rate

97.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

351

FY2026

Entry-level share

3.4%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-24%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-56%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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