Mechanical Engineering Intern

aksteel; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with variable pay

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Disability accommodations available

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support maintenance and engineering teams in Warren, OH. The internship offers exposure to predictive and preventive maintenance, equipment upgrades, and project participation under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning through real-world projects, with opportunities to work on design, analysis, and cost-control of maintenance efforts. Applicants must be enrolled in a BS program and on track to complete sophomore year by 2027.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related technical degree.
• Completion of at least sophomore year of study by Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and/or perform predictive, preventative, and emergency maintenance of equipment.
• Research, design, evaluate, install, modernize, redesign, 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 SOPs and suggest improvements.
• Support various other projects as needed to assist the business.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Sophomore year completion by Summer 2027

Job description

Location: Warren, OH

About the Company

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-ops with Cleveland-Cliffs, you will build life-long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full-time employment.

Role Overview

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.

Benefits / Compensation

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.

• competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity
• health insurance
• retirement plan
• education assistance
• paid time off
• and more

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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.