Metallurgy Internship

Steel Dynamics • Sinton, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Steel Dynamics' metallurgy internships provide a unique blend of office-based engineering work and hands-on industrial experience. Interns actively collaborate with operators and maintenance teams on the production floor, applying engineering principles to equipment, systems, and processes. This immersive approach allows interns to design solutions, test them in real-world conditions, and observe the immediate impact of their work. At SDI, metallurgy is a dynamic combination of technical analysis and practical application, exposing interns to the full scope of how metallurgy drives production success. This internship is located at the Steel Dynamics Sinton Flat Roll Division in Sinton, TX, and will take place in Summer 2027.

Requirements

• Candidates should be enrolled in a Bachelor’s or graduate degree program in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering
• Preferred GPA of at least 2.7
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scrap analysis and alloy verification using spectrometry and other lab tools to support quality and certification standards.
• Support melt shop operations by collecting and analyzing production data, identifying yield loss points, and recommending improvements for efficiency and recovery.
• Participate in scrap recovery and process optimization projects, including developing sorting criteria and tracking melt loss.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, and lab personnel across shifts to ensure consistency in data collection, quality assurance, and process improvements.
• Gain hands-on experience in casting operations, including assisting with heat cycles, transfers, and turnaround tasks.
• Contribute to quality assurance efforts by validating lab results, supporting round robin testing, and ensuring compliance with accuracy standards.

Benefits

• Furnished Housing Free of Cost
• 401(k) & Company Match
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Intern Extravaganza
• Competitive Pay

What This Job Offers

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