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Project Electrical Engineering Intern

CompanyCleveland-Cliffs
LocationNewburgh Heights
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 14, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will recommend and perform maintenance of equipment, as well as research, design, and repair machinery. They will also analyze operating performance and make recommendations for improvement.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$24 - $34
Company Size
7607
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland-Cliffs employs approximately 30,000 people across its operations in the United States and Canada.
About the Role

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.  

The pay range for this role is $23.50/hour to $33.70/hour.

 

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to 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.

Key Skills
Electrical EngineeringPredictive MaintenancePreventative MaintenanceEmergency MaintenanceResearchDesignEvaluationInstallationModernizationRepairBlueprint InterpretationTechnical DrawingsSchematic AnalysisCost ControlProject PlanningProblem Solving
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
Health InsuranceRetirement PlanEducation AssistancePaid Time Off