Summer Research Co-Op

About the role

Cleveland‑Cliffs offers a best‑in‑class internship/co‑op program for students interested in the steel industry, innovation, and sustainability. Interns work alongside industry‑leading engineering and operational leaders at the Research and Innovation facility in Middletown, Ohio, gaining hands‑on experience, building professional connections, and may be considered for future full‑time employment. The position is for an Engineering Co‑op or Intern to support projects in Fall 2026, working within an assigned department to provide technical, administrative, and hands‑on support while learning about steel manufacturing and applying engineering education to real‑world projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or lead research, analysis, and improvement projects related to department goals.
• Experience customer applications of steel materials and develop skills interacting with equipment operators, engineers, managers, and customers.
• Learn one or more aspects of the steelmaking process.
• Work closely with an engineer in all aspects of their work.
• Work on and/or lead a variety of projects independently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in Engineering (Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or related technical field).
• Currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Pay

Competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Other components of an excellent total compensation package.

Schedule

Located in Middletown, OH; co‑op term runs during the Summer term (May to August).