Mechanical Engineering Intern: Real-World Impact

AK Steel Corporation; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern role in Cleveland, OH. Interns will work with engineering and operations leaders on real-world maintenance and design projects while building professional connections and exploring future full-time opportunities.

The role covers predictive and preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, blueprint interpretation, and collaboration on planning and cost control with supervision guidance.

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.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Sophomore year completion by Summer 2027

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern role in Cleveland, OH. Interns will work with engineering and operations leaders on real-world maintenance and design projects while building professional connections and exploring future full-time opportunities.

The role covers predictive and preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, blueprint interpretation, and collaboration on planning and cost control with supervision guidance.