Maintenance Engineering Internship (Spring 2027)

Nucor Corporation; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor invites applications for a Maintenance Engineering Internship for Spring 2027. The role focuses on developing and integrating maintenance programs across sites, with rotations and hands-on work in an industrial setting. Candidates catalog assets, build PM tasks, and document findings using Excel and CMMS tools.

Travel is expected within the Cincinnati region; strong data skills and CMMS experience are valued, along with a proactive, safety‑minded mindset and reliability for site visits.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or technical degree in Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or Systems Engineering.
• Experience with CMMS platforms.
• Strong data analytics and management skills.
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cataloging equipment assets, building preventive maintenance tasks and entering data into the CMMS.
• Collaborate with site teams to gather equipment specifications, operational details and maintenance needs.
• Travel to operational sites, primarily within the Cincinnati region, to support inspections and data verification.
• Lead select improvement initiatives or pilot program rollouts on multiple rotations.
• Must have reliable transportation due to travel requirements.
• Work in a hands-on, industrial environment outside in extreme weather conditions.

Skills

Data analytics

Relationship building

Education

Industrial Engineering

Project Management

Systems Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Job description

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Maintenance Engineering Internship (Spring 2027)

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

The Maintenance Engineering Co-Op will support the development and integration of maintenance programs across multiple sites. We are looking to have the Co-op to complete multiple semester rotations (back to back or with a break inbetween).

• Assist in cataloging equipment assets, building preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, and entering data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Collaborate with site teams to gather equipment specifications, operational details, and maintenance needs, and document findings using Excel and related platforms.
• Travel to operational sites, primarily within the Cincinnati region, to support equipment inspections, verify field data, and assist with rollout of program improvements.
• Co-Ops completing multiple sessions may take lead on select improvement initiatives or pilot program rollouts.
• Must have reliable transportation due to travel requirements.
• Work in a hands‑on, industrial environment outside in extreme weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Actively pursuing Bachelors or technical degree program with concentration in Industrial Engineering, Project Management, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Experience with CMMS platforms
• Strong data analytics and management skills
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with facility layout tools

Interest in maintenance systems preferred

Our Commitment to a Drug‑Free Workplace:

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace