About the role#
This internship offers a hands-on introduction to the commercial side of the scrap metal recycling business. You will work alongside teammates and leaders to build a foundation in scrap buying, material grades, market trends, pricing, and logistics. The role requires frequent travel and working outdoors in an industrial environment under various weather conditions.
What you'll do#
- Participate in daily safety meetings and uphold safety, housekeeping, and operational standards.
- Shadow commercial teammates during interactions with suppliers, customers, and vendors.
- Assist with market research, prospect identification, customer follow-up, and sales preparation.
- Learn scrap metal identification, quality control, inventory practices, and facility operations from a commercial perspective.
- Complete a summer-long business project and present your recommendations to division leadership.
What you'll need#
- Rising junior or senior status working toward a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Supply Chain Management.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships, collaborate, and work efficiently within a team.
- A relationship-driven approach with a focus on customer service.
- Willingness to relocate after graduation.
Location & details#
- Locations: Salt Lake City, UT; Kansas City, KS; Louisville, KY; Cincinnati, OH.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position with relocation assistance if applicable.
About Nucor Corporation
Nucor Corporation produces steel and related products across more than 300 facilities. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates as the largest steel producer in the United States. Its production network includes 26 circular-based steel mills with a capacity of over 27 million tons per year. The company also processes roughly 20 million tons of ferrous scrap annually to create new steel.
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