IT Internship - Applications

Merged forces, Castle Metals and Banner Industries, a global leader in the metals distribution space, is seeking talented students who want to rapidly build their career. 

There are two internship positions available in IT; one focusing on applications side and the other on infrastructure. This program will run during the summer months of 2025 from approximately the end of May through the middle of August. Applicants must be available during this time period in order to complete the program. This is a full time, 40 hours per week position.   

Project work for the applications based position will focus on the implementation of a new ERP system.  

Project work for the infrastructure based position will focus on the implementation a global phone system replacement.  

Following the internship, and based on performance, you may have the opportunity to be offered full-time employment in your area of interest.

What you will do: 

During this program you will have the opportunity to spend time at our corporate office in Oak Brook, IL, along with other A.M. Castle & Co. sites throughout the country. 

You’ll learn about various aspects of the company and metal processing. The internship will consist of a meaningful business project, on-the-job mentorship, and executive lunch and learns. Upon completion of the internship, you will have the opportunity to present your project to various leadership across the company.  

What we will bring: 

Our internship is a paid opportunity - $20/hr. We will also cover any travel expenses, as they relate to flights and hotel accommodations. Meals and travel will be covered by the company. No housing or housing stipend will be provided.

Travel expectations: 15% of the time 

What you will bring: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, preferably related to Information Technology, Computer and Information Science, or related field
• Must currently be completing your degree by summer 2026 
• A track record of outstanding academic performance 
• PC literacy (Outlook, Excel, Word) 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Applications will close on January 31, 2025 at 11:59 pm CST. 

Hiring Process: 

The hiring team will review your application and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an initial phone screen interview. Select candidates will be invited to participate in either onsite or virtual interviews in January and February.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Company Overview: Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co. is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services, principally serving the producer durable equipment, oil and gas, commercial aircraft, heavy equipment, industrial goods, construction equipment, retail, marine and automotive sectors of the global economy. Its customer base includes many Fortune 500 companies as well as thousands of medium and smaller-sized firms spread across a variety of industries. Within its metals business, it specializes in the distribution of alloy and stainless steels; nickel alloys; aluminum and carbon. Together, Castle operates service centers located throughout North America, Europe and Asia.