Land Administration Intern

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Work-life balance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. in Ishpeming, MI is seeking a Land Administrator Intern. This internship focuses on land management, GIS, and sustainability, offering hands-on projects and opportunities for future full-time employment.

You will work alongside industry leaders to develop practical solutions and build professional connections in a real-world setting. As an intern, you will assist with land records, map creation, LMS platforms, leases, and land acquisition evaluations while collaborating

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS program in GIS, Land Management, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Forestry, Computer Science, Conservation, Geology, or related fields.
• Completion of at least sophomore year by summer 2027.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in updating and maintaining land ownership, leases, easements, and other records using GIS tools
• Create maps and spatial data visualizations for internal projects and mine planning
• Support mobile GIS fieldwork and digital file organization
• Help manage residential leases, land use licenses, and easements
• Participate in land acquisition evaluations and strategic land classification
• Support property tax tracking and reporting
• Assist in maintaining and improving Land Management Systems (LMS) platforms
• Digitize and organize land‑related legal documents
• Collaborate with Legal, Environmental, Civil, and Business Development teams
• Assist in preparing land‑related cost forecasts and budgets
• Various other duties as assigned to support the business

Skills

GIS proficiency

Spatial data visualization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science program in GIS or related fields

Sophomore year completed by Summer 2027

Job description

Location: Ishpeming, MI

Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in land management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and sustainability. We offer a best-in-class internship program in the industry and partner with many universities to provide co‑op opportunities. Working beside industry‑leading land management and technical leaders, our interns will create meaningful solutions to real‑world problems. As an intern with Cleveland‑Cliffs, you will build life‑long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full‑time employment. As a Land Administrator Intern at Cleveland‑Cliffs, the projects assigned will vary based on the intern’s education level and location, but will generally reflect the duties outlined below.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Assist in updating and maintaining land ownership, leases, easements, and other records using GIS tools
• Create maps and spatial data visualizations for internal projects and mine planning
• Support mobile GIS fieldwork and digital file organization
• Help manage residential leases, land use licenses, and easements
• Participate in land acquisition evaluations and strategic land classification
• Support property tax tracking and reporting
• Assist in maintaining and improving Land Management Systems (LMS) platforms
• Digitize and organize land‑related legal documents
• Collaborate with Legal, Environmental, Civil, and Business Development teams
• Assist in preparing land‑related cost forecasts and budgets
• Various other duties as assigned to support the business

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Land Management, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Forestry, Computer Science, Conservation, Geology or related fields
• Completion of at least sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027
• Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis

Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America‑based steel producer with focus on value‑added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.

We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability.

Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high‑performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.