Where You Will Work Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing (CAM) is the primary division of Stanley Black & Decker Aerospace. We are a leading innovator and strategic partner in the manufacturing of fasteners, fittings, and engineered products for the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. CAM is currently comprised of nine subsidiaries across the United States split among three segments.

Starting Pay: $26/hour

Job Summary:The Quality Assurance Intern will support the Quality Department within an aerospace manufacturing facility that produces precision metal fittings. This role provides hands-on exposure to aerospace quality systems, inspection processes, documentation controls, and regulatory compliance requirements. The intern will work closely with quality engineers, inspectors, and manufacturing teams to ensure products meet internal, customer, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with inspection documentation for incoming, in-process, and final inspections
• Support the review and control of quality records, certifications, and manufacturing travelers
• Help maintain compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO requirements
• Assist with nonconformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and root cause documentation
• Support calibration tracking and documentation for inspection and measurement equipment
• Participate in internal audits, quality reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with data collection and reporting related to defects, scrap, and rework trends
• Maintain accurate and organized quality files in accordance with document control procedures
• Follow all safety, quality, and confidentiality requirements

Learning Opportunities:

• Exposure to aerospace quality systems and regulatory requirements

• Hands-on experience with inspection processes and quality documentation

• Introduction to root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement

• Understanding the relationship between quality, manufacturing, and engineering

• Professional mentorship within a regulated aerospace environment

• Qualifications• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and specifications

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Coursework or exposure to quality systems, auditing, or inspection processes

• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents and instructions

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Willingness to learn and work in a regulated manufacturing environment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and production equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs, with reasonable accommodations required by law
• Must comply with all company safety and PPE requirements

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development:Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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