Deckhand Intern (San Jac Maritime Students Only)

Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: Various locations along the inland river system
Job Type: Part-Time / Internship

Are you a San Jac Maritime student ready to gain real-world river industry experience? Join our team as a Deckhand Intern and complete the 60 days of paid sea time required for your maritime credentials. This internship provides hands-on experience aboard our towboats while learning from experienced inland marine professionals.

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When you Join ACBL...

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Since 1915, we have provided safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible marine transportation across America's inland waterways. We offer a variety of career paths and development opportunities, and we are committed to building the next generation of maritime talent.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

As a Deckhand Intern, you will learn and assist with core deck operations under the guidance of licensed Officers and experienced Deckhands, including:

• Assisting with safe deck operations and tow work
• Handling lines, rigging, and basic deck tasks
• Participating in tow building, locking, and docking activities
• Supporting housekeeping and vessel maintenance duties
• Learning basic navigation support practices
• Contributing to a safe, team-focused vessel environment
• Demonstrating ACBL values: integrity, mutual care, personal responsibility, agility, customer focus, and teamwork

This experience is designed to help you successfully obtain 60 days of verified sea time toward your USCG credentials.

• Current enrollment as a San Jac Maritime Program student participating in the internship program
• Ability to work part-time and rotate aboard vessels as scheduled
• Reliable transportation to assigned vessel ports
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must successfully pass:
  
  
  
  • Background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen
  • Physical / physical abilities test
  
  
  
  
• Ability to attend and complete RS1 Training (one week) in Convent, LA, required for all new vessel hires
• Ability to adhere to all ACBL policies, USCG requirements, and environmental regulations
• Ability to perform physical, hands-on deck work safely and effectively

• High School diploma or GED
• Previous maritime, labor, or outdoor work experience
• Prior exposure to vessel operations through your coursework

• Paid internship experience
• Earn the required 60 days of sea time
• Comprehensive training including RS1
• Full meals and lodging provided while onboard
• Opportunity to learn from seasoned maritime professionals
• A supportive, team-oriented environment
• A strong pathway toward future maritime employment with ACBL