Intern
Critical Materials Group · Austin, TX · Ballinger, TX · Talpa, TX
General expression-of-interest internship across Engineering, Production, Operations, Growth and Corporate teams at a domestic explosives manufacturer. Interns support projects within an assigned team, with mentorship, and present their work at the end.
What you'll do
- Support day-to-day projects and priorities within assigned team
- Assist with hands-on work, research, or analysis
- Participate in learning opportunities, mentorship, and team meetings
- Present a summary or final project at internship end
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
- Interest in engineering, manufacturing, business, or a related field
- Strong work ethic, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Successful completion of a background check
- Some roles may require ability to obtain site/ATF eligibility
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Mentorship
Full original description
JOB DESCRIPTION
CMG Internship Program
Department
Various (Production & Engineering, Programs, Operations, Growth, Corporate)
Reports To
Assigned team manager/mentor
Location
CMG campuses in Texas (Ballinger, Talpa, Austin)
Work Arrangement
On-site; some roles may be hybrid
Travel
Varies by role
FLSA Status
Non-exempt
Employment Type
Intern (paid, seasonal/semester)
Direct Reports
None
Clearance
Not required
POSITION SUMMARY
Critical Materials Group (CMG) is rebuilding America’s domestic explosives manufacturing capacity, and we’re looking for motivated students to join us for internships across the company, including Engineering, Production, Operations, Growth, and Corporate functions. This posting is a general expression of interest: use it to tell us about yourself, and we’ll reach out about opportunities that match your background, availability, and interests as they open up.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
▪ Support day-to-day projects and priorities within your assigned team.
▪ Assist with hands-on work, research, or analysis as needed by the team.
▪ Participate in learning opportunities, mentorship, and team meetings.
▪ Present a summary of your work or a final project at the end of the internship.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
▪ Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
▪ Interest in engineering, manufacturing, business, or a related field relevant to CMG’s work.
▪ Strong work ethic, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
▪ Primarily on-site at one of CMG’s Texas campuses.
▪ Specific conditions vary by team and will be shared once you are matched to a role.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
▪ Must be eligible to work in the United States
▪ Successful completion of a background check
▪ Some roles may require the ability to obtain site/ATF eligibility
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Hourly rate: To be confirmed based on assigned role and team. This is a paid internship.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Critical Materials Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.