Intern - Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
- Location not stated
- Internship
- 1 day ago
- Lean Manufacturing
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Six Sigma
Job Description
U. S. Steel Tubular Products manufactures seamless pipe and premium connections that support energy and industrial customers across the United States.The Summer 2027 Mechanical / Industrial Engineering Intern will support operations-focused projects while gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment at our Fairfield, Alabama plant. Interns will work directly with operations, maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and process performance. This role requires a willingness to spend significant time in the plant, observing processes, gathering data, and collaborating with frontline employees to implement improvements.
Responsibilities
• Follow all safety requirements and actively support a safe work environment.
• Participate in operations improvement projects focused on production efficiency, quality, cost, reliability, and throughput.
• Work directly with operators, maintenance personnel, and engineers to understand manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational and production data to support decision-making.
• Observe and document current work practices, process flows, and equipment performance.
• Assist in troubleshooting operational challenges and developing practical solutions.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Prepare project recommendations, reports, and final presentations for leadership.
• Participate in intern development activities, site events, and networking opportunities.
Requirements
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Returning to school following completion of the Summer 2027 internship.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment and spend time in operational areas of the facility.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work onsite at the assigned location.
Preferred Qualifications
• Interest in manufacturing, steelmaking, industrial operations, process improvement, or production systems.
• Experience through coursework, projects, laboratories, internships, or leadership activities.
• Experience with data analysis, process mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement concepts.
• Candidates must be full-time students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
• Candidates must have completed their sophomore year by June 2027 and be in good academic standing.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Skills
We are looking for motivated self-starters who can work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are eager to gain firsthand exposure to industrial operations. Successful candidates will demonstrate:
• Strong academic achievement and technical aptitude in engineering coursework.
• A hands-on approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work effectively with production, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Strong leadership experience through projects, organizations, athletics, or work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative and curiosity to learn manufacturing processes and business operations.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and professional development.
• A willingness to be present in the operation, learn from frontline employees, and drive meaningful improvements.
Competency Summary
At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:
Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead:Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results
Company Overview
Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.
Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.
We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23, ‘24
- Disability: IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23, ‘24
- Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23-24, ‘25
- Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023, ‘24
Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visitwww.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)
Intern - Mechanical & Industrial Engineering · United States Steel Corporation