At AMERICAN, college students gain practical experience and valuable mentorship as Student Workers. 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
Civil Engineering (preferred)
Environmental Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (with an interest in Environmental Engineering) Minimum Qualifications
Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher
Available to begin in Spring 2026 Ideal Candidate
Strong problem-solving skills
Strategic thinker
Self-motivated
Detail-oriented
Good work ethic
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Potential Projects
Water treatment and sampling
Waste shipments
Visible emission observations
Landfill inspections
Plant audits
Civil engineering project exposure Benefits
Paid Internship/Co-op
Housing Stipend
Paid Vacation Day
EOE/VETS/DISABILITY