Southland
Southland Industries is the national leader in MEP building systems, with a long-standing commitment to ensuring that the next generation of MEP leaders is equipped with the tools to succeed. Their co-ops give Early Careers professionals experience through hands-on project work, mentorship opportunities, cross-company training, and more.
At Southland, their culture is driven by their people — through the collaboration of their employees and those impacted by their work. Their teams are empowered to continuously learn and grow through support from their leadership, leading to creative solutions that work for their clients and customers.
Partnership with Clemson Co-op
Southland Industries values their partnership with Clemson University because of the exceptional caliber of students and the strength of Clemson’s co-op program. The program gives students the opportunity to apply what they are learning in the classroom while gaining meaningful exposure to different industries, work environments, and career paths. For Southland, this creates an opportunity to engage talented students early, contribute to their professional development, and help them build the real-world experience needed to make informed decisions about their careers. We continue to be impressed by the talent, curiosity, and professionalism Clemson students bring to each co-op experience.
“What I admire most about Clemson students is the level of dedication and preparation they bring to the co-op experience. They come ready to learn, contribute, and make the most of every opportunity. For Southland, our campus partnerships are about giving talented students meaningful experiences that help prepare them for their careers while allowing us to learn from the energy, curiosity, and fresh perspectives they bring to our teams. Clemson has been an excellent partner in this effort.” -Jerrin Strayhorn, HR Program Lead – Early Careers
Fast Facts about Southland
- Co-op opportunities for the coming year: Design Engineering Co-op and Project Engineering Co-op
- Years of partnership with Clemson Co-op: 10+ years
- Number or Clemson Co-ops hosted per year: 4
- Number of Clemson alumni employed: 7
- Primary hiring locations: Northern VA, DC Metro Area
- Majors recruited: Mechanical Engineering
Learn more about early careers with Southland here: https://southlandind.com/careers/interns-recent-graduates
