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.

Internship Location

This internship is located at the Steel Dynamics Columbus Flat Roll Division located in Columbus, MS. This internship will take place during the Summer 2026 term.

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 Supply Chain / Logistics Intern at Steel Dynamics?

• Assist the Finance and Transportation teams with supply chain analysis, reporting, and forecasting to support business decision-making.
• Prepare and update spreadsheets, presentations, and reports using Microsoft Office applications.
• Support the finance and logistics teams in managing budgets, expense tracking, shipment scheduling, and variance analysis.
• Conduct research and gather supply chain data to provide insights on carrier performance, transportation costs, and industry trends.
• Handle and review shipping documentation, including bills of lading and carrier contracts, to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Participate in meetings with internal teams, vendors, and logistics providers to support ongoing projects.
• Assist with maintaining transportation databases, including carrier rates, insurance, and vendor agreements.
• Provide general support with physical inventory checks and reconciliation when needed.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness when completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to daily financial and logistics operations.

What Qualifications Do I Need?

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, management, clients, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to complete tasks independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.

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