Project Mechanical Engineering Intern

Cleveland-Cliffs
Burns Harbor, Indiana, United StatesPosted Sep 10, 2026
Hardware / EngineeringSummer 2027

About the role

Location: Burns Harbor, IN 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-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 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 f

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