Mechanical Engineering Intern (Co-op): Maintenance & Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with variable pay

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern at our Burns Harbor, IN location. You will assist in maintenance, design, and optimization work under supervision, touching on safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role provides exposure to project planning, cost control, and collaboration with experienced engineers. The internship targets students pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related programs, with eligibility to work legally in the United States.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Blueprint reading

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree

Sophomore year completed by Summer 2027

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern at our Burns Harbor, IN location. You will assist in maintenance, design, and optimization work under supervision, touching on safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role provides exposure to project planning, cost control, and collaboration with experienced engineers. The internship targets students pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related programs, with eligibility to work legally in the United States.