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2026 Summer Student - Central Mechanical Testing Labs

Hamilton, Ontario
$27/hourly
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Hourly rate of $27.07
All personal protective equipment and uniform
24/7 access to onsite fitness facilities

About the role

Requisition ID: 32044

Note: This posting is to fill an existing vacancy

Do you want to work at one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers and a Canada's Top Employer for Young People ? We’re looking for people who are driven by excellence to work with innovative technology to create the material tomorrow’s world will be made of.

At ArcelorMittal Dofasco, we play a key role in North America’s advanced manufacturing supply chain working with the top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction brands to develop lighter, stronger and more sustainable steel products – from cans to cars.

We are embarking on a plan to transform our steelmaking production methods to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the short term, with the goal of achieving net zero by 2050. Our dedication to revolutionizing steelmaking as part of the climate change solution reinforces our status as a leader in North America.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Hamilton's largest private sector employer with more than 4,500 employees, shipping 4.5 million net tons of high-quality flat carbon steel annually. Our iconic tagline "Our Product is Steel. Our Strength is People." is a true expression of our belief that our people are our competitive advantage.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco Metallurgy, Quality, and Continuous Improvement (MQCI) Business Unit 2026 Summer Student About MQCI The science and engineering of metallurgy plays an important role in determining the properties equipment, processing practices, product features, applications, cost, marketing, and service strategy used in the manufacture and sale of ArcelorMittal Dofasco steel products. The MQCI Department links the metallurgical components within these activities to ensure that they are being applied in a manner that contributes to product quality, cycle time, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Job Responsibilities The Testing labs provide timely and accurate testing services to internal and external customers to ensure compliance of ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s product quality requirements to meet customers’ demands. The summer student is involved but not limited to the following functions:

  • Adhere to and fulfill all employee responsibilities set out in the ArcelorMittal Dofasco Health & Safety Policy/Program.
  • Prepare steel samples from sheet using shears.
  • Utilize Lab software and barcode system to identify sample preparation requirements and maintain sample traceability.
  • Working in an industrial shop environment.
  • Punching steel samples from sheet using punch presses.
  • Prepare test specimens and tubes using milling machines.
  • Requires heavy lifting (30-50lbs) and repetitive movements while standing.

Education & Experience

  • Currently attending post-secondary education full-time and returning to school full-time in September 2026.
  • Must be able to work in an industrial laboratory environment.
  • Good communication skills
  • Self-motivated, team player
  • Detail oriented

Additional Criteria For Selection

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be available to work full time from beginning of May 2026 to end of August 2026.
  • Preference will be given to those students enrolled in post-secondary education closest to graduation.
  • Students currently in high school and attending post-secondary in September are not eligible to apply.
  • Students who have previously worked at ArcelorMittal Dofasco as a Summer Student are eligible to apply.

Hours Of Work

  • Rotating 12-hour shift schedule which will include days, nights, and alternating weekends.
  • Must be willing to adjust this schedule, as need dictates.
  • Due to business conditions or events outside the control of the Company, hours of work are not guaranteed and may be limited or amended.

Students Are Eligible For

  • A fixed hourly rate of $27.07.
  • All personal protective equipment and uniform (including prescription safety glasses and work boots).
  • 24/7 access to onsite fitness facilities.
  • Wellness programs focusing on mindfulness, resilience, fitness, nutrition support, smoking cessation programs.
  • Onsite employee engagement events supporting such topics as Mental Health, Diversity, Learning week, Health and Safety week.
  • Holiday celebrations for employees and families – annual Christmas Party, Canada Day Fireworks.
  • Discounted access to our 70-acre Recreation Park, offering over 30 teams / clubs for activities catering to employees and their family.
  • Monthly employee volunteer opportunities to give back to the community with “Team Orange.”
  • Employee discounts to local attractions and events such as Hamilton Tiger-Cats games

Application Requirements Please ensure all required documents are saved and uploaded as one single file. Failure to include all required documentation will result in your application being excluded from consideration.

  • Resume
  • Proof of enrollment: Current semester timetable (screen shot acceptable), transcript or proof of application (if returning to a different program)

Applications must be submitted no later than March 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Requests for late applications will not be accepted. We would like to thank all those who apply in advance since only applicants selected to complete an online assessment will be contacted.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. We encourage all qualified applications from all backgrounds and identities to apply and are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

About ArcelorMittal Dofasco

Mining
10,000+

At ArcelorMittal Dofasco, we play a key role in North America’s advanced manufacturing supply chain working with the top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction brands to develop lighter, stronger and more sustainable steel products – from cans to cars.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Hamilton's largest private sector employer with more than 4,500 employees, shipping 4.5 million net tons of high quality flat carbon steel annually.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s iconic tagline "Our Product is Steel. Our Strength is People" is a true expression of our belief that our people are our competitive advantage. This represents our commitment to employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors – and is known the world over as “the Dofasco Way”. Underpinning the Dofasco Way are our values of Quality, Sustainability and Leadership – brought to life by generations of employees who have come to work for more than 100 years creating world class products, processes and services.

Corporate responsibility is paramount to our operations with employees and the company investing more than $2 million annually in education, arts and culture; health and social services; the environment as well as sports and recreation. Reflecting our colorful logo, our Team Orange volunteers work with local charities, organize fundraising events, donate blood, and log thousands of volunteer hours each year.