About the role#
The Nucor Technical Academy is a 27-month training program designed to teach electrical maintenance fundamentals. It prepares students to enter the workforce as a Maintenance Electrician through a mix of classroom instruction and structured hands-on training.
Candidates will begin with online coursework and limited on-the-job training at their sponsoring division. You will then relocate to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for five continuous semesters to complete technical courses and training at Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa. You will have opportunities to return to your sponsoring division between semesters.
What you'll do#
- Complete the 27-month training program for electrical maintenance.
- Participate in classroom instruction and hands-on training.
- Perform assignments alongside experienced Nucor Maintenance Team Members.
- Demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
What you'll need#
- Graduation from high school in May 2027.
- A current high school transcript (a 2.75 GPA is preferred).
- ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer scores.
- A one-page essay explaining your work history, activities, or interests and how they make you a good candidate for this program.
- Completion of a Willingness Questionnaire.
- Completion of a separate application to Shelton State Community College.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Ghent, Kentucky.
- The role is full-time and on-site.
- This is a paid internship and co-op opportunity.
About Nucor Corporation
Nucor Corporation manufactures steel and steel products through more than 300 facilities. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates as the largest steel producer in the United States. It also functions as a large-scale recycler, processing roughly 20 million tons of ferrous scrap each year. The organization employs over 31,000 people.
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