Manufacturing Metallurgical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

American Cast Iron Pipe Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internship/Co-op

Housing Stipend

Paid Vacation Day

Job summary

AMERICAN, based in Birmingham, Alabama, offers a Student Worker internship with mentorship and hands-on experience in metallurgy and manufacturing. The program emphasizes collaboration with engineers and operators to support day-to-day operations.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering, available Summer 2027, with basic electrical knowledge and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Available to start Summer 2027.
• Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with troubleshooting issues and day-to-day operations.
• Help update and maintain documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering

Minimum Qualifications

• Available to start Summer 2027
• Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical/Materials Science Engineering
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Ideal Candidate

• Strong computer, technical, and problem-solving skills
• Good work ethic and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with operators, supervisors, and engineers
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Interest in learning about engineering in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Potential Projects

• Assist engineers with troubleshooting issues and day-to-day operations
• Help update and maintain documentation

Benefits

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

EOE/VETS/DISABILITY