About this role
Student Employee
Job Description: The Operations Intern will support their area in ensuring the smooth operation of all Manufacturing and Production. The selected individual will gain hands-experience in a fast-paced steel manufacturing environment, supporting daily production and operations initiatives at U.S. Steel. This role provides exposure to manufacturing processes, safety, processes and practices, workforce coordination, and continuous improvement projects while developing practical skills in operations management, problem-solving, and industrial leadership. Interns work alongside experienced operations professionals to help drive efficiency, quality and performance across the facility.
Key Responsibilities: • Support daily production activities by applying basic engineering, business and problem-solving principles to improve operational efficiency. • Assist operations and maintenance teams with data collection, process analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Observe and learn production processes while working alongside experienced supervisors, technicians and operators. • Participate in safety, quality, and productivity projects to support departmental objectives. • Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering and other plant personnel to gain exposure to manufacturing operations. • Attend training sessions and developmental assignments to build knowledge of steel manufacturing processes and operations management. Requirements: • Candidates must be a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, or another related field. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work well in a team environment. • Familiarity with safety protocols and willingness to follow safety guidelines. • Basic knowledge of Manufacturing environment and procedures is a plus. • Ability to lift and move heavy objects and work in a physically demanding environment. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.). • Candidates must be a current student and have completed their sophomore year by June 2027 and be in good academic standing. • Be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Preferred Skills: • Previous internship or work experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Learning Opportunities: • Gain practical experience in industrial environment and troubleshooting problems. • Learn from industry professionals and receive mentoring on best practices. • Improve understanding of the relationship between operational activities and production efficiency. Working Conditions: • Work in an industrial manufacturing environment. • Exposure to noise, machinery, and potential hazards (PPE will be provided). • Flexible hours, with possible overtime depending on project requirements
Competency Summary: At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:
Think: Think Critically and Drive Change Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results
Company Overview: Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.
Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.
We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:
• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23, ‘24 • Disability: IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23, ‘24 • Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23-24, ‘25 • Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023, ‘24
Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)