Mechanical Engineering Intern: Design, Maintenance & Optimization

Cleveland-Cliffs; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Cleveland, OH. You will work with engineering and operations leaders to deliver practical solutions, supporting ongoing maintenance, design, and optimization efforts.

This role emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world problem solving in a major steel-producing environment. Interns gain exposure to planning, design reviews, and cost-control activities, with potential pathways to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a B.S. program in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Completion of at least sophomore year by summer 2027.
• Authorized to work full-time in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in predictive, preventative, and emergency maintenance planning and execution.
• Research, design, evaluate, install, and repair machinery and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical reports.
• Analyze operating performance and suggest improvements.
• Contribute to cross-functional maintenance/engineering projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Sophomore year completion by 2027

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern in Cleveland, OH. You will work with engineering and operations leaders to deliver practical solutions, supporting ongoing maintenance, design, and optimization efforts.

This role emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world problem solving in a major steel-producing environment. Interns gain exposure to planning, design reviews, and cost-control activities, with potential pathways to full-time opportunities.