Mechanical Engineering Intern

Cleveland-Cliffs; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs in Burns Harbor, IN is offering a Mechanical Engineering Internship designed for students pursuing a BS in ME. Interns work with engineers to support maintenance, design, and optimization projects in a real plant environment.

You'll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and the potential for future full-time opportunities. Enrollment in ME and completion of at least sophomore year by 2027 are required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a BS program in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Must have completed at least sophomore year by the summer of 2027.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and perform predictive, preventive, and emergency maintenance of equipment.
• Research, design, evaluate, install, modernize, redesign, operate, maintain and repair machinery.
• Resolve equipment malfunctions, including those requiring scheduled shutdowns or breakdown action.
• Participate in planning, scheduling, and cost control of maintenance/engineering projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and reports.
• Analyze current operating performance and SOPs and suggest improvements.
• Support various other projects as needed to aid the business.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Enthusiasm for maintenance & design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: Burns Harbor, IN

Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation 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 engineering and operational leaders, our interns/co‑ops will create meaningful solutions to real‑world problems. As an intern/co‑op with Cleveland‑Cliffs, you will build life‑long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full‑time employment.

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Cleveland‑Cliffs, the projects assigned will vary based on the intern’s education level and plant location, but will generally reflect the duties outlined below. Under the guidance of appropriate supervisory personnel, a mechanical engineering intern will utilize engineering and technology principles to assist in the performance of engineering duties.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Recommend and/or perform predictive, preventative, and emergency maintenance of equipment
• Research, design, evaluate, install, modernize, re‑design, operate, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment
• Resolve equipment malfunctions, including those requiring scheduled shutdowns or breakdown action
• Participate in planning, scheduling, and cost control of maintenance/engineering projects
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer‑generated reports
• Analyze current operating performance and standard operating procedures and make recommendations for improvement
• Various other projects as needed to support the business

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other related technical degree
• 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.