Project Mechanical Engineering Intern

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs in Burns Harbor, IN offers a competitive internship for students pursuing mechanical engineering. As a Project Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will support maintenance, design, and optimization of plant equipment under supervision, with projects ranging by education level and location.

You will read blueprints, assist in planning and cost control, analyze performance, and contribute to real-world improvements while building professional connections and potential for future

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Sophomore year completion by Summer 2027.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Pursuing an internship with Cleveland-Cliffs at Burns Harbor, IN.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and perform predictive, preventative, and emergency maintenance of equipment.
• Research, design, install, modernize, operate, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment.
• Resolve equipment malfunctions during planned shutdowns or breakdowns.
• Read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and reports.
• Participate in planning, scheduling, and cost control of projects.
• Support various other projects to assist the business.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Sophomore year completion by Summer 2027

Job description

Location: Burns Harbor, INCleveland-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 Project 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 equipmentResearch, design, evaluate, install, modernize, re-design, operate, maintain, and repair machinery and equipmentResolve equipment malfunctions, including those requiring scheduled shutdowns or breakdown actionParticipate in planning, scheduling, and cost control of maintenance/engineering projectsRead and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reportsAnalyze current operating performance and standard operating procedures and make recommendations for improvementVarious other projects as needed to support the businessMinimum Qualifications:Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other related technical degreeCompletion of at least sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027Applicants 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 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. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.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.