What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Mechanical & Industrial Engineering position at U. S. Steel Seamless Tubular Operations, LLC?
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.
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.