AI Intern
Zekelman Industries · Wheatland
You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About the Role
As an AI Intern at Zekelman Industries, you will support digital transformation and process improvement initiatives across the organization. Reporting to the AI & Innovation team, this internship provides hands-on exposure to how AI, automation, and digitization can improve real business processes.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, IT, and Marketing—to help analyze workflows, document opportunities for improvement, and support the testing and rollout of AI-enabled solutions. This is a great opportunity for someone curious about how emerging technologies are applied in a business and manufacturing environment.
This is an on-site role located at our Wheatland Tube – Council Avenue plant located in Wheatland, PA. The official Zekelman internship program runs from May 24, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
What You’ll Do
Assist with documenting current-state business processes and identifying inefficiencies or opportunities for improvement
Support analysis of workflows and data to help inform AI, automation, or digitization initiatives
Help prepare process maps, summaries, and presentations for cross-functional stakeholders
Assist with pilot projects related to automation, AI tools, or digital productivity solutions
Support training materials, guides, or internal communications related to AI adoption
Track project progress, basic KPIs, and outcomes under the guidance of the AI & Innovation team
Research emerging AI tools and best practices and share findings with the team
Who You Are
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
Strong interest in AI, automation, process improvement, or digital transformation
Comfortable working with data, documentation, and process-oriented tasks
Familiarity with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Visio/Lucidchart, or similar is preferred
Exposure to AI tools, automation platforms, or programming concepts (coursework or projects) is a plus
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams
Curious, organized, and eager to learn in a fast-paced business environment Interest in manufacturing or industrial environments is a plus
What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers a PAID internship experience with meaningful work, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact. Interns also enjoy:
Hands-on exposure to engineering in a manufacturing environment.
Access to company-wide networking events, team-building activities, and learning sessions.
Regular coaching and feedback to support personal and professional growth.
Participation in a company-wide Intern Summit.
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
M/F/D/V
We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.