Project Civil Engineering Intern

Location: East Chicago, 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 Civil 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.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Identification and recommendation of the purchase, modification and improvement of varied equipment and facilities
• Manage aspects of large cross-functional projects and be aware of costs, schedule, performance, and deliverables for projects assigned
• Define the scope of the project and select team members from within and outside of their discipline
• Lead the completion of engineering & design work related to the installation and retrofit of varied, complex equipment, infrastructure, and facilities
• Ensure that advanced day-to-day equipment troubleshooting support is provided to Maintenance
• Lead the development of standards, processes, and procedures within the department
• Suggest recommendations for improvement and various other duties as needed to support the business
• Various other projects as needed to support the business

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Applicants 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 careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 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.