Intern - Automation Engineer

Intern - Automation EngineerU. S. Steel Tubular Products manufactures seamless pipe and premium connections that support energy and industrial customers across the United States.The Summer 2027 PLC & Automation Engineering Intern will support projects focused on industrial automation, programmable logic controllers, control systems, instrumentation, equipment reliability, and operational improvement at the FTSO Fairfield Plant. The intern will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment while working with engineering, maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to complete a defined summer project.Follow all safety requirements and support a safe work environment.Collect and analyze equipment, controls, maintenance, production, and reliability data to support engineering decisions.Assist with PLC and automation projects, control system troubleshooting, instrumentation reviews, equipment inspections, and continuous improvement activities.Work with electrical, mechanical, automation, reliability, maintenance, and operations teams to identify and implement equipment and process improvements.Prepare clear reports, technical recommendations, system documentation, and a final project presentation.Participate in intern programming, development activities, and site events.Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.Returning to school after the Summer 2027 internship.Strong analytical, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a plant environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.Ability to work onsite at the FTSO Fairfield Plant in Fairfield, Alabama.We are looking for motivated self-starters that can work in a fast paced, data-driven environment. The successful undergraduate will be an analytical problem solver, have an extremely high level of customer focus and a passion for process improvement. In addition, a successful intern will have:Demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and an aptitude for your area of studyA strong record of team, project and/or people leadership in a work setting and/or extracurricular activitiesA willingness to take initiative to understand the businessAn aptitude for problem solving; strong writing and verbal communication skillsA strong commitment to excellence and to personal and professional growthMust be resourceful, responsible, tenacious, curious, independent, confident and high energyThe ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.Leadership and strong decision-making skillsAbility to think and act both strategically and tacticallyAt U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:Think: Think Critically and Drive ChangeLead: Develop Talent and CollaborateDo: Empower Performance and Deliver ResultsSince 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies® 2022, '23, '24Disability: IN's Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, '22, '23, '24Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Equality 100 Award 2020, '21, '22, '23-24, '25Military Times' Best for Vets: Employers 2023, '24Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)