Materials Science and Engineering - Co-Op Positions
CumminsMaterials Science and Engineering - Co-Op Positions
CumminsLocation
Columb, IN
Type
Internship
Posted
9/25/2026
Compensation
Bachelor's: $3,900 - $5,000 | Master's: $6,000 | PhD: $7,300
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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