Engineering and Research Careers in Steel
Designing the
Future of Steel
For more than a century, we have dedicated our engineering and technical expertise to advancing the steel industry. Engineers with a background in chemical, electrical, mechanical, material science, engineering technology, or welding engineering will find challenging and rewarding careers at Cleveland-Cliffs.
Featured Engineering and Research Opportunities
College Programs: Internships and New Grads
Find Your Future in Steel
We offer a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. Internship and co-op opportunities are available to students to gain experience in the steel industry as they plan their future careers. New graduates are placed in our associate program which includes general career readiness training sessions in the first year and enhanced compensation potential in the first three years.
Engineering Careers
As recent graduates, engineering students joining Cleveland-Cliffs are given significant responsibilities right from the start. Whether it is long-or short-range planning, operations, processing or reclamation, new hires can gain valuable exposure to different aspects of the steelmaking process and various parts of the operation.
Non-Engineering Careers
For recent graduates with non-engineering degrees, Cleveland-Cliffs offers various full-time opportunities in fields such as accounting, finance, IT, health & safety, labor relations and human resources. Refer to our job postings for specific opportunities in your discipline. New hires will find an environment designed to help them reach their highest potential, whether they work in one of our operational facilities, regional offices, or corporate headquarters.
Internships/Co-ops
Cleveland-Cliffs offers one of the most sought after internship programs in the industry and partners with many universities to provide co-op opportunities. Working beside industry leading engineering and operational leaders, our interns/co-ops will create meaningful solutions to real-world problems. As an intern/co-op with Cleveland-Cliffs, you will build life-long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full-time employment.
Training
Skilled Trade Careers and Apprenticeship Training
Manufacturers across the United States, including steel companies, are facing a critical workforce challenge: thousands of skilled workers are needed over the next decade to fill vacancies due to retirements.
Cleveland-Cliffs partners with community colleges and technical schools in the communities where we operate to offer on-the-job training and paid apprenticeship programs to prepare individuals for high-tech, well-paying jobs in the steelmaking industry.
We offer career paths starting in hourly production and skilled trade positions. From general production operators to electricians and maintenance technicians, we offer opportunities for men and women from every background and education level. We need talented people with the electrical and mechanical skills to deliver on our critical mission of producing safe, sustainable steel for generations to come.
Join Cleveland-Cliffs and build a strong foundation for your future. In addition to great pay and benefits, we provide on-the-job training and paid apprenticeship programs to give you everything you need to succeed.
Environmental Efforts
Make a Lasting Impact Through Your Career
Our commitment to the environment is central to everything we do. Our efforts are wide-reaching and comprehensive, and every career path at Cleveland-Cliffs plays a crucial part in helping our company reach its goals.
We have set targets and are implementing programs to significantly reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, increase our energy efficiency, minimize waste and promote recycling and reuse, and continue to be good stewards of our natural resources.
If you have a passion for a more sustainable future, put your talent to work on a team that is making a vital contribution to modern society.
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