Mechanical Engineering Intern — Hybrid, Dublin

Ethos; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Fridays

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Ethos in Dublin is seeking a Mechanical Engineering student for its Internship Programme in the Engineering Studio. You will rotate across teams on live client projects under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in building services design.

You will apply university knowledge to practical challenges, contribute to real projects, and learn directly from industry leaders in a collaborative, people-focused culture. This role is hybrid with office-based days in Dublin.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering degree or related discipline.
• Strong academic performance in relevant coursework.
• Hybrid role based in Ireland with in-office attendance in Dublin three times a week.
• Placement or project experience in building services is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, analysis and documentation of mechanical systems for building projects, including HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Rotate across different groups within the Engineering Studio to gain broad exposure to multidisciplinary building services projects.
• Conduct technical research and analysis to support engineering decisions and sustainability initiatives.
• Assist in preparing technical drawings, reports and project documentation using industry-standard tools.
• Visit project sites to observe installations, inspections and commissioning activities, gaining hands-on field experience.
• Contribute to the development of energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Strong academic performance

Effective communication

Adaptable across disciplines

Education

Currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering or related degree

Job description

Ethos in Dublin is seeking a Mechanical Engineering student for its Internship Programme in the Engineering Studio. You will rotate across teams on live client projects under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in building services design.

You will apply university knowledge to practical challenges, contribute to real projects, and learn directly from industry leaders in a collaborative, people-focused culture. This role is hybrid with office-based days in Dublin.