What Makes Us | Keith – Innovation Behind the Scenes

“Thinking of U. S. Steel as a company that's 125 years old, you'd think we're set in our ways … but it's far from it.” Meet Keith from U. S. Steel’s Houston Tubular Sales Office. In this episode of What Makes Us, part of our 125th anniversary celebration, Keith shares how innovation and creativity help his team solve some of the toughest challenges in steelmaking. From developing advanced tubular connections to pushing the limits of performance for customers, Keith’s story shows how the people behind the scenes help fuel and move the world forward. Dynamic. That’s what makes us. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:17

Highlights from Dave Burritt appearance at the Detroit Economic Club - March 12, 2026

What does the future of American steelmaking look like? During a March 12, 2026, meeting of the Detroit Economic Club, U. S. Steel President & CEO Dave Burritt shared his perspective on the future of the industry, from global partnerships and major investments to the talent driving what’s next. This recap captures key moments from the conversation, including: - Our strategic partnership with Nippon Steel; - Billions of dollars in planned investments shaping the future of steelmaking; - Why steel remains essential to America’s infrastructure and economy; and - How talent and innovation are powering long-term success at our company. You’ll also hear directly from U. S. Steel employees in attendance, reinforcing a clear message: the future is bright and being built right now. As we celebrate 125 years, stories like this show how U. S. Steel continues to forge what’s next. #USSteel125 #WhatMakesUs #Manufacturing #AmericanIndustry #Steel

Length: 00:01:53

What Makes Us | Danielle – A Full-Circle Steel Story

“When I tell people I work for U. S. Steel, they're like, ‘Wait, you work for U. S. Steel? That’s an iconic company.’” Meet Danielle from U. S. Steel’s Automotive Center. In this episode of What Makes Us, part of our 125th anniversary celebration, Danielle reflects on a moment that deepened her connection to the company. Shortly after beginning her career at U. S. Steel, she was on a road trip with her father, who had worked closely with the company for years. As they passed a steel coil along the way, he pointed it out — a reminder that the work they were seeing was part of the same steelmaking legacy she had just joined. That moment brought Danielle’s story full circle. Today, she’s proud to be part of the team helping shape what comes next — because the world needs steel. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:51

Inside U. S. Steel's Big River Steel Works: How Big River 2 Enables Total Steel Solutions, Part 2

As your industry advances, so do our solutions. See how U. S. Steel’s multi-billion-dollar Big River 2 expansion at our Big River Steel Works is bringing industry-specific expertise and the latest steel innovations for customers across the automotive, construction, solar, and agricultural/industrial equipment sectors.

Length: 00:02:20

What Makes Us | Jordan: Three Generations, One Steel Community

“It's reassuring. It's something to be proud of to work at a company that's been around 125 years … still making steel.” Meet Jordan from U. S. Steel’s Gary Works, where his family’s connection to the steel industry spans three generations. In this episode of What Makes Us, part of our 125th anniversary celebration, see how the work happening at one of the largest integrated steel mills in North America supports families, strengthens communities and reflects the pride that comes with making something as essential to life as steel. From the rewarding work inside the mill to the impact felt far beyond its gates, Jordan’s story shows how our company and steelmakers like him are truly good neighbors. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:34

What Makes Us | Josh – Family and Resilience at Fairfield Tubular Operations

“U. S. Steel has always felt like home. They were the ones that gave me a shot when a lot of people didn't.” Meet Josh from Fairfield Tubular Operations, whose story embodies the family spirit that defines U. S. Steel. In this episode of What Makes Us, part of our 125th anniversary celebration, see how products Josh has a role in making every day support America’s energy independence, and how a culture rooted in resilience and care creates opportunity and community. From responding to tornadoes in Alabama to making the tubular products that safely extract the oil and natural gas that power our nation, Josh’s story shows why we’re stronger together. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:21

Highlights from "The Football Town" premiere event

A night that felt unmistakably Pittsburgh. 🏈 U. S. Steel’s 125th anniversary kicked off when employees, community partners and local leaders came together at the Kamin Science Center to experience “The Football Town” created by NFL Films in collaboration with the Pittsburgh Steelers and VisitPittsburgh. The film celebrates the deep connection between football, steel and the communities that make Western Pennsylvania such a unique place. 🎬 Watch highlights from a very special night. You can catch “The Football Town” presented by U. S. Steel at the Kamin Science Center from now until the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh (April 23–25). #USSteel #USSteel125

Length: 00:02:04

Inside U. S. Steel's Big River Steel Works: How Big River 2 Enables Total Steel Solutions, Part 1

"There's really nothing a customer can't get from us." That's the story of the Big River 2 expansion at U. S. Steel’s Big River Steel Works: broader product optionality, domestic sourcing for sustainably produced steel solutions, and the confidence of a reliable supply chain. For American manufacturers, this is a game-changer. At U. S. Steel, we’re not just meeting today's demand. We’re anticipating tomorrow's challenges. Go behind the scenes to see how Big River 2 expands what’s possible when you partner with U. S. Steel.

Length: 00:02:20

What Makes Us | Theo – From Zimbabwe to Minnesota's Iron Range

“Our group is the genesis of steelmaking.” Meet Theo from Minnesota Ore Operations’ Minntac facility, where our steelmaking process begins. In this episode of What Makes Us, part of our 125th anniversary celebration, see how iron ore mined on the Iron Range connects to the vehicles, appliances, and infrastructure that define modern American life. For Theo, it’s not just about the steel and the iron ore pellets. It’s about the people – from the operators to the drillers to the truck drivers – who make it possible. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:13

Diving In For A Cool Cause: Team U. S. Steel at the 2026 Special Olympics of PA Polar Plunge

Watch highlights of Team U. S. Steel jumping in to support Special Olympics of Pennsylvania during the 2026 Pittsburgh Polar Plunge.

Length: 00:01:30

Steel Stories: What Makes Us Go with Vanlifers Court and Nate

What happens when modern van life retraces one of the boldest journeys in American history? In this special episode of Steel Stories, host Bernie Swanson takes us beyond the mill and onto the open road, where past and present collide. Inspired by the 1903 cross-country expedition of Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson and mechanic Sewall K. Crocker, Vanlifer's Court and Nate, follow the same coast-to-coast route, from California to New York, proving that adventure still runs deep in the American spirit. But this isn’t just about road trips. It’s about grit. Risk. Innovation. Safety. And, steel, quiet, strong, and ever-present that makes movement possible. From historic highways to modern highways, from early automotive breakthroughs to today’s engineered materials, this conversation explores how far we’ve come… and what still drives us forward. If you’ve ever wondered what connects van life, American history, and the backbone of our infrastructure, this episode is for you.

Length: 00:35:51

What Makes Us | Hua-Chu – A childhood memory in Taiwan to a career at U. S. Steel

"It is called United States Steel. It's a very iconic name for me.” Meet Hua-Chu from our Automotive Center, whose journey from Taiwan to the United States to U. S. Steel embodies the American dream and our global impact. In this episode of our What Makes Us series, discover how childhood memories of a bridge constructed after WWII with U. S. Steel products led him a company developing innovative breakthroughs in automotive steel, including supplying the first advanced high-strength steel used by a Detroit Big 3 automaker in one of its most popular vehicles. As we celebrate 125 years of innovation, see how partnerships like our collaboration with Nippon Steel enhance our capability to develop safer, stronger steel for the future. Hua-Chu's story shows why innovation isn't just what we do—it's what makes us. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:41

What Makes Us | David on where innovation meets legacy

“I think working at U. S. Steel is a privilege … just for the company that it stands for.” Meet David from our Offshore Operations Houston facility, where cutting-edge automation meets 125 years of steelmaking expertise. In this episode of our What Makes Us series, discover how U. S. Steel combines traditional processes with new technology and automation to create the future of American steel. From safety awards to career growth opportunities, see why David says, “It's just kind of a privilege to say, ‘Hey, I work for U. S. Steel.’” Pride. That’s what makes us. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:08

What Makes Us | RaShaun - From Gary Kid to Safety Leader

“As a child, I would always look up at those stacks and wonder what goes on in that place.” Meet RaShaun. Born and raised in Gary, Indiana, he now works at the very company he wondered about as a kid. In this second episode of our What Makes Us series celebrating U. S. Steel's 125th anniversary, discover how a company of pioneers in the steelmaking process continues to provide opportunity, growth, and family-sustaining careers. From safety leadership to cultural impact, see what makes U. S. Steel resilient through the eyes of someone who's lived it. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:04

What Makes Us | Tatiana’s Three-Generation Legacy

The steelmaking process at U. S. Steel begins on Minnesota's Iron Range. So it's only fitting that we start this 125th anniversary video series with a Minnesota Ore Operations employee whose family legacy brought that facility from conception to reality. Meet Tatiana, whose grandfather and father worked for U. S. Steel, and who now continues the family tradition. As we celebrate 125 years, we're sharing stories from our employees who make us who we are: Strong. Proud. Essential. And so much more. This is the first video in our year-long series highlighting 125 years of building, innovating, and making something that makes people’s lives better. 🎉 Follow along all year as we celebrate “What Makes Us” 125.

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THIS is what makes us | 125 Years Strong

125 years in … and we’re just getting started! The steel that built America is now the steel that’s ready for what’s next. Shaping America since February 25, 1901. Forging our future with strength, spark, and steel-toed grit. That’s what makes us. 🎉 Follow along all year: https://www.ussteel.com/celebrating-125

Length: 00:01:09

Steel Stories: Solar Car

This episode of Steel Stories takes you behind the scenes of one of the world’s toughest engineering competitions: the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. Host David Kirkpatrick sits down with University of Michigan Solar Car Team members Luis Anton Mendez and Ian Baker to explore how 176 students designed, engineered, and raced a solar-powered vehicle across 3,000 kilometers of the Australian outback, powered only by the sun and their own ingenuity. From custom carbon-fiber chassis work to cutting-edge solar cells, from unexpected desert winds to the teamwork required to make split-second race decisions, this conversation captures the true spirit of innovation. Luis and Ian also share how U. S. Steel’s sponsorship helped fuel their journey and what it means to represent American engineering on a global stage. It’s a story about creativity, grit, and what happens when students push the boundaries of renewable technology—told by two people who lived it.

Length: 00:40:15

Minnesota Reading Champions Program Kicks Off Year #2

Year two of the Minnesota Reading Champions Program built by U. S. Steel and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation is underway at the Rock Ridge School District near our Minnesota Ore Operations. Building on the success of our first program in Pittsburgh, students and teachers on Minnesota’s Iron Range have already created a winning tradition centered on fostering a love of learning through reading. 🎥 Hear from North Star Elementary Principal Sheena Stefanich and U. S. Steel employees on why this program is a big W(in) for the community.

Length: 00:01:17

Inside U. S. Steel's Big River Steel Works: Technology in Action at the Big River 2 Expansion

The Big River 2 expansion at U. S. Steel’s Big River Steel Works represents a modern approach to steelmaking: It is a true learning mill. From our innovative Endless Strip Process to our fully autonomous coil storage, BR2 doesn't just produce steel – it learns from every charge, heat, weld and more. The more we operate, the smarter our systems become, turning data into safer operations and steel that delivers for our customers. Step inside our Big River Steel Works and see how technology and teamwork are forging the future of American steelmaking … today.

Length: 00:02:20

Hot Takes Presented by U. S. Steel - Pittsburgh Edition

During Pittsburgh’s annual First Night New Year’s Eve celebration, U. S. Steel took “Hot Takes presented by U. S. Steel” to the streets of the Steel City to see how much locals really know about steel and the city it helped build. Despite the cold and heavy snow, attendees showed steely resolve by stepping up to answer questions for our camera. And because it wouldn’t be Pittsburgh without football, we also tested people’s knowledge of the Pittsburgh Steelers logo because - *spoiler alert* - there is direct tie to U. S. Steel. Cold weather, hot takes, and a whole lot of Steel City pride. Watch the video to see how Pittsburgh handled the challenge.

Length: 00:02:07

Plant Employees

Employees working at the U. S. Steel Gary Works pig iron caster.

Liquid Iron

A ladle of molten iron is poured into a Basic Oxygen Process (BOP) furnace where it will be transformed into liquid steel.

Finished Steel Coils

Finished coils at our Irvin Plant, part of the Mon Valley Works.

Steel Slabs

A slab of steel moves through the hot strip mill. Slabs start this process several inches thick and are rolled into sheet steel that is fractions of an inch thick.

Electric Arc Furnace

An electric arc furnace at U. S. Steel Big River Steel Works.

Iron Ore

Finished iron ore pellets, are pictured at the Minnesota Ore Operations. The pellets are sent to U. S. Steel’s facilities to be used for steelmaking.