Research Co-Op

Location: Middletown, OH

Co-op term may be completed during either the Spring (January to May) or Summer (May to August) semester, with timing to be discussed during the interview process.

Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We offer a best-in-class internship program in the industry and partner 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. 

Cleveland-Cliffs is actively seeking Engineering Co-ops or Interns to work at our Research and Innovation facility in Middletown, Ohio in Fall 2026.  Working within an assigned department, students will work closely with an engineering team, providing technical, administrative, and hands-on support.   The Interns may work on a variety of projects, applying their engineering education to real-world experiences.  They will learn about steel manufacturing and gain invaluable skills and industry experience. 

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Conduct or lead research, analysis, and improvement projects, related to department goals

• Interns will experience customer applications of steel materials, as well as skills in interacting with many professionals.  These include 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in the Engineering field of Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or other related technical degree

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.  

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more.  

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.