Electrical Engineering Intern - Manufacturing

At AMERICAN, college students gain practical experience and valuable mentorship as interns. Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1905, AMERICAN is a manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry, and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for waterworks products and large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way by applying the Golden Rule in life and in business, always exceeding customer expectations, by empowering and supporting our team members, and by being a good neighbor in our communities.

Acceptable Majors

• Electrical or Computer Engineering

Ideal Candidate

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher
• Junior or Senior Standing
• Available to begin internship Summer 2025
• Basic electrical circuit knowledge and coding experience
• Self-motivated and eager to learn
• Desire to work in an industrial environment
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with determining the root cause of failed components

Potential Projects

• Assist engineers with daily duties and projects such as PLC system upgrades, conveyor drive upgrades, and verifying engineering prints for updates. Explore the technology behind how manufacturing machines work and research manuals and associated documentation to diagnose problems.

Benefits

• Paid Internship/Co-op
• Housing Stipend
• Paid Vacation Day