Student Employee

U. S. Steel • Fairfield, AL

18h • Onsite

About The Position

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.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern