What Does Steel Dynamics Do?

Steel Dynamics is a leading industrial metals solutions company that produces lower-carbon, high-quality steel products primarily from recycled scrap. Operating through a circular manufacturing model, the company manufactures a wide range of steel products including flat roll, structural, and long products for industries such as construction, automotive, energy, and manufacturing. In addition to steel production, Steel Dynamics operates metals recycling facilities, steel fabrication plants, and aluminum production operations, serving customers across North America with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

What Makes This Internship Different?
Steel Dynamics’ metallurgy internships stand apart from others in the market because they provide a true balance of office-based engineering work and hands-on industrial experience. Interns are not confined to observing from a distance; instead, they actively work alongside operators and maintenance teams on the production floor, applying engineering principles directly to equipment, systems, and processes. This immersive approach gives interns the opportunity to design solutions, test them in real-world conditions, and see the immediate impact of their work. At SDI, metallurgy is not limited to research and development, it is a dynamic combination of technical analysis and practical application that exposes interns to the full scope of how metallurgy drives production success.

Internship Location

This internship is located on a continuous galvanizing line at the Steel Dynamics The Techs Division located in Pittsburgh, PA. This internship will take place Summer 2026.

Internship Benefits

• Furnished Housing Free of Cost
  
  • Provided for interns living more than 50 miles from their work site, including essential furnishings to ensure a comfortable stay during the internship.
• 401(k) & Company Match
  
  • Eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) plan with a 10–50% company match that vests immediately.
• Employee Discounts
  
  • Access to discounts on hotels, vehicles, and other goods and services through Steel Dynamics’ nationwide partner network.
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  • Up to five free visits per issue, per year for counseling, legal advice, financial guidance, and other daily living resources.
• Intern Extravaganza
  
  • A two-day event at company headquarters featuring facility tours, networking with company leaders, cultural immersion, and connecting with other interns from across the country.
• Competitive Pay
  
  • Competitive hourly wages for all internship positions, rewarding the value interns bring to the company.

What Are My Responsibilities as a Metallurgy Intern at Steel Dynamics?

• Utilize engineering and metallurgy principles to assist in the performance of engineering duties
• Conduct and analyze mill experiments on the galvanizing line
• Write reports on findings
• Assist other engineers in on-going projects
• Utilize various laboratory equipment for process analysis
• Perform data analysis and report trends to operation personnel
• Be in direct contact with operations and quality assurance personnel working on projects that will directly affect production
• Participate in day to day engineering activities in a fast paced and varied production based environment
• Develop trials based on research and needs
• Contribute to strip inspection activities, data collection, and reporting of results.

What Qualifications Do I Need?

• Currently pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:
  • Metallurgy/Materials Science
  • Materials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
• Preferred GPA of 2.7 or higher.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.