Process Engineer Intern- Material Handling- Summer 2027

Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Brandenburg

Location: Brandenburg, KY, United States  

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

This internship supports process engineering activities within the Material Handling function, covering shipping, material processing, contractor oversight, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting process engineering initiatives within material handling operations, including shipping and material processing workflows;
• Assisting with the identification, scoping, and documentation of process improvement opportunities across material handling functions;
• Supporting coordination and performance oversight of contractors performing material handling, shipping, or material processing work;
• Collecting and analyzing operational data to identify bottlenecks, safety risks, or efficiency opportunities in shipping and material processing;
• Supporting development of standard work, process documentation, and continuous improvement recommendations;
• Partnering with logistics, operations, maintenance, and contractor teams to implement and validate process improvements; and

Supporting continuous improvement of material handling, shipping, and contractor management processes

 Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Industrial, Mechanical, Process, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Rising junior or senior standing
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work in and around shipping and material processing areas of the plant

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or project experience in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar)
• Coursework or project experience related to material handling, shipping/logistics, or manufacturing operations
• Familiarity with contractor management or vendor coordination
• Familiarity with process mapping or CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio) or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle EBS)

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace