Intern-Foundry Engineer
Fairbanks Morse, Pascagoula, MS, United States
Posted Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling?
For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world‑class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential.
With a Bird-Johnson Propeller Company internship in Foundry Engineering, you can develop your skills and gain practical experience within a world‑class organization – giving you an excellent platform for a successful future.
Benefits of Becoming a Bird-Johnson Intern
Learn alongside world‑class metallurgists, engineers, and quality technicians
Invaluable metal casting experience at the largest privately owned bronze propeller foundry in North America
Opportunity to work with US Navy class propellers and other critical products for the defense industry
Experience what a real job in an advanced engineering business is like
Activities
Perform manufacturing engineering and operational tasks in the foundry under the supervision of a metallurgist
Support weekly casting events with the production team
Participate in foundry quality control functions such as chemical testing, mechanical testing, sand testing, and process improvement activities
Participate in cost reduction activities and operational improvements to satisfy customer needs
Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a college student
Basic knowledge of metal casting processes and foundry manufacturing
Basic personal computer proficiency (word processing, internet, e‑mail, electronic data retrieval)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or education in metal casting, metallurgy, and chemical engineering
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and a 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling?
For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world‑class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential.
With a Bird-Johnson Propeller Company internship in Foundry Engineering, you can develop your skills and gain practical experience within a world‑class organization – giving you an excellent platform for a successful future.
Benefits of Becoming a Bird-Johnson Intern
Learn alongside world‑class metallurgists, engineers, and quality technicians
Invaluable metal casting experience at the largest privately owned bronze propeller foundry in North America
Opportunity to work with US Navy class propellers and other critical products for the defense industry
Experience what a real job in an advanced engineering business is like
Activities
Perform manufacturing engineering and operational tasks in the foundry under the supervision of a metallurgist
Support weekly casting events with the production team
Participate in foundry quality control functions such as chemical testing, mechanical testing, sand testing, and process improvement activities
Participate in cost reduction activities and operational improvements to satisfy customer needs
Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a college student
Basic knowledge of metal casting processes and foundry manufacturing
Basic personal computer proficiency (word processing, internet, e‑mail, electronic data retrieval)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or education in metal casting, metallurgy, and chemical engineering
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and a 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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