Electrical Engineering Internship

Steel Dynamics, Inc.•Terre Haute, IN

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Steel Dynamics is a leading industrial metals solutions company that produces lower-carbon, high-quality steel products primarily from recycled scrap. Operating through a circular manufacturing model, the company manufactures a wide range of steel products including flat roll, structural, and long products for industries such as construction, automotive, energy, and manufacturing. In addition to steel production, Steel Dynamics operates metals recycling facilities, steel fabrication plants, and aluminum production operations, serving customers across North America with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Steel Dynamics' electrical engineering internships stand out from those at other companies because they offer a true balance of office-based engineering work and hands-on industrial experience. Interns are not limited to observing from a distance, they actively work alongside operators and maintenance teams on the production floor, applying engineering principles directly to equipment, systems, and processes. This approach allows interns to design solutions, test them in real-world conditions, and see the immediate impact of their work. This internship is located at the Steel Dynamics Heartland Division located in Terre Haute, IN, in the Engineering Department. This internship will take place Summer 2026.

Requirements

Candidates should be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
Degree program or experience should include one or more of the following: electrical machinery, power distribution, PLCs/automation systems, power electronics/drives.

Nice To Haves

Preferred GPA of at least 2.7.

Responsibilities

Assist with substation reliability and preventative maintenance through inspections, documentation, and spare parts planning.
Support engineering teams on safety initiatives, including labeling, schematic review, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Participate in upgrade and installation projects by reviewing diagrams, updating schematics, and supporting system documentation.
Contribute to instrumentation and control projects by assisting with HMI programming, logic development, and monitoring systems.
Assist in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, including sourcing replacement components and supporting system restoration.
Perform inventory management tasks such as cataloging materials, preparing bills of materials, and assisting with procurement planning.
Gain hands-on field experience by shadowing electricians during installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams on electrical projects and process improvements.