Project Electrical Engineering Intern

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 Electrical 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:  

• 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 Bachelor of Science program in the field of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or other related technical degree 

• Completion of at least sophomore year of study by the summer of 2026 

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.