Automation/Controls Engineering Internship

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’ electrical engineering internships stand out from those at other companies because they offer a true balance of office-based engineering work and hands-on industrial experience.

Interns are not limited to observing from a distance, they actively work alongside operators and maintenance teams on the production floor, applying engineering principles directly to equipment, systems, and processes.

This approach allows interns to design solutions, test them in real-world conditions, and see the immediate impact of their work.

This internship is located at the Steel Dynamics Columbus Flat Roll Division located in Columbus, MS.

This internship will take place part-time throughout the 2026-2027 school year, with potential to work full-time hours in Summer 2027.

Interested students must be located in the Great Columbus, MS area, ideally enrolled at Mississippi State University.

• 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.
• 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.