Network Engineer Intern Jobs in Cleveland, OH (NOW HIRING)

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Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When you join our team, you are welcomed into a community committed to providing you with a safe environment to learn, grow and cultivate your skills. With our expansive learning resources, our well-respected leaders, and our carefully curated development courses, you will be equipped to confidently solve tomorrow's global issues. And, truthfully, our future relies on you. Your innovative minds, your intentional collaboration, and your sincere desire to nourish the world. Your work may be local, but at Cargill, your impact will be global. Join our community to cultivate your curiosity, develop meaningful relationships and propel your career. 

Our Mining Engineering Intern work in either or Lansing, NY or Cleveland, OH underground salt mine locations as part of our Cargill Protein and Salt (CPS) business unit. There, you will learn to lead production or maintenance employees, project teams, contractors or technical operations teams executing on critical initiatives and projects in a fast-paced, underground environment. Although business processes vary, the design of this role provides appropriate exposure to the people management and technical components of the mining industry The intent of the Engineer Internship role is to allow individuals to be exposed to the technical and management aspects of engineering, while beginning to develop an interest for longer term career aspirations.

Our Mining Engineer Intern will gain experience in Operations Leadership and/or Maintenance & Reliability Engineering role. What lies ahead as a full-time engineer could be a career path in any of the following:

• Mining Engineers - Work both underground with engineers and crews on active projects and on surface supporting our people and infrastructure bringing road deicing salt to our customers Engineers will learn mining techniques such as surveying and mapping, room and pillar mining operations, mineral processing, water management, materials handling, and mining safety best practices, Engineers will have the opportunity to work hand in hand with other team members on engineering work, and champion their own projects to leave a mark on our facilities.
• Electrical Engineers - The mining environment provides many opportunities to gain exposure to both high voltage power infrastructure and an extensive network of programming and control systems. Engineers Interns will learn how we safely operate and automate equipment from both experienced electrical engineers and electricians. Electrical reliability is the core support of production and communications in a unique environment and is maintained by best practices in maintenance and design that interns will learn to develop and implement by working with electric powered mining equipment, hoisting systems, pumps, conveyor belts, screening equipment, and other systems.
• Production Management Engineers - Lead people, process, and input/product in a mining environment. They will be involved in day-to-day direct supervision of operators and production activities and participate in daily production management meetings. Engineers will learn how to comprehend and handle all aspects of MSHA federal regulations and compliance programs including environmental, health, safety, maintenance, and housekeeping. Production Management Engineers typically develop teams of production employees within the first two years of their careers and have responsibility for hiring, scheduling, motivating, and handling employee relation issues. They will also be involved in process optimization, equipment, and process reliability, and may run capital projects.
• Process/Project Engineering - Responsible for business case development, vendor selection, budget management, and project management responsibilities for major projects and improvements involving process optimization, safety, quality, infrastructure, and energy use. They have heavy involvement with various innovation processes, idea generation systems, and reliability centered design, and they help implement technical initiatives driven from global Process Development Groups, Centers of Excellence, and Research & Development.

   With comprehensive learning resources at your disposal, you can take your learning in any direction. 
   As employees, interns receive access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off for volunteer activities. 
   Throughout the internship, interns and co-ops are invited to participate in events that will give exposure to leadership, provide development opportunities, and offer the ability to network with cross-functional interns/co-ops across the U.S. 

• Internships are typically 12 weeks in duration. 
• Interns are paid hourly for time worked. 
• Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work. 
• Must be able to work in an underground environment
• Must be open to relocation to Cleveland, OH or Lansing, NY
• The plant environment is team oriented, fast paced, and hands-on.
• Our environment will focus on employee engagement, inclusion, and innovation.
• Interns/co-ops are given the opportunity to showcase their skills and gain hands-on experience working on different projects from designing and upgrading current systems, to reviewing and updating plant drawings.
• This job involves physical activity which generally requires a moderate amount of exertion on a regular basis - involving bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. The work may also involve other exertions, conditions, or exposures (i.e.- heat, cold, grain dust, etc.).
• Interns who demonstrate outstanding performance and a curiosity to learn more may be offered an internship, another co-op or full-time position to return the following year. 

No matter who you are or where you are, we have resources to meet your needs. As an intern, you'll have access to a wide variety of programs to support you and help you succeed. Eligible programs and incentives include:   

• Paid time off* 

• Mental Health and Wellbeing program 

• Housing and Relocation Assistance for those that qualify  

*Minnesota-based employees: Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law. 

The expected hourly rate for this position is 25.70-35.50. Compensation decisions are dependent on grad date and eligibility for full-time employment. 

Your development is our priority. With our outstanding global network, you will establish relationships, acquire mentors, and build your professional contacts. Our program encourages and orchestrates networking opportunities that will benefit you now and in your future career. During the internship, you will also receive consistent support from the early careers team, mentors, colleagues, and your supervisor. 

At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees' outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees. Learn more at: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. What a difference three words make. | Cargill

   Lansing, NY
   Clevaland, OH

   Must be able to work in an underground environment 
   Currently pursuing a bachelor's or a Mining Engineering (MinE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Electrical Engineering (EE), Industrial Engineering (IE), or other related engineering discipline 
   Bachelor's/Master's degree completed/to be completed between December 2027 - May 2030
   Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer 
   Able to complete a 12-week internship in the summer (May/June - August 2027) 
   Candidates must be geographically flexible and willing to relocate for an internship opportunity anywhere in the U.S. 
   Proven ability to work optimally with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures 
   Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance 

   Sophomores, juniors, or seniors currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program in a relevant field.  
   Mining or heavy industrial co-op, or intern experience preferred. 
   Overall 2.7 GPA preferred. 
   Ability to relate technical knowledge to job-related duties. 
   Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently. 
   Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
   Leadership experience