Steel Dynamics is seeking metallurgy interns to contribute to the development of a state-of-the-art, low-carbon recycled aluminum flat rolled mill. The internship aims to provide hands-on experience in applying engineering principles to equipment, systems, and processes, with a focus on improving production success through technical analysis and practical application.
Requirements
- Focuses on aluminum product/process development skills
- Focuses on data analytics skills
- Focuses on communication skills and team-building
- Machine center exposure: Ingot scalping (surface preparation)
- Machine center exposure: Industrial preheating furnaces (homogenization)
- Machine center exposure: Hot rolling mills (metal processing)
Responsibilities
- Design of experiments management on mechanical properties development associated with process modifications
- Microstructural characterization of hot rolled products
- Recovery % reduction via process optimization
- Quality monitoring of rolled products to meet downstream stakeholder & customer tolerances and specifications
- Metal quality processing development for sampling frequency and evaluation (process control)
- In-process testing and analysis of aluminum products
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving related to metallurgical processes
Other
- This internship will take place in person.
- ADL is open to interviewing candidates for the school year (Fall 2025-Spring 2026) and for Summer 2026.
- Provided for interns living more than 50 miles from their work site, including essential furnishings to ensure a comfortable stay during the internship.
- Eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) plan with a 10–50% company match that vests immediately.
- Access to discounts on hotels, vehicles, and other goods and services through Steel Dynamics’ nationwide partner network.
