Student Employee

U. S. Steel•Gary, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking top-performing engineering students to join our Capital Projects team supporting a large portfolio of industrial investments ranging in size from under $1M to over $200M and higher. This highly selective internship provides direct exposure to the full lifecycle of complex capital projects — from Front-End Loading (FEL) and engineering design through construction and commissioning — within a large-scale steel manufacturing operation. Interns work directly with experienced Project Managers and Construction Managers on active projects inside an operating facility.

Requirements

Must be a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree.
Must be a current student and have completed their sophomore year by June 2027 and be in good academic standing.
Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering majors are preferred.
Strong academic performance in an engineering discipline
Leadership experience and initiative
Analytical rigor and problem-solving capability
Professional communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Curiosity about industrial systems and capital project delivery

Responsibilities

Assist in development of project scopes and technical documentation
Participate in multidisciplinary engineering design reviews
Review equipment specifications and vendor proposals
Support capital cost estimate and schedule development
Conduct field walkdowns to validate design assumptions
Attend cost, schedule, and contractor coordination meetings
Track project progress and assist with change management
Perform field observations of equipment installation and construction activities
Participate in safety reviews and commissioning readiness activities
Support documentation and turnover to operations