2027 Mechanical Student Intern

HGA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

HGA is seeking a paid summer Mechanical Engineering Internship for Summer 2027 across Washington, DC, Minneapolis, MN, and Milwaukee, WI. The 12‑week program begins on or before June 1, 2027, with flexibility for student schedules.

Applicants should be in an ABET‑accredited Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering program and pursuing an engineering degree. Responsibilities include supporting HVAC analysis and design, assisting with plumbing systems, participating in sustainable

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architectural Engineering (mechanical systems emphasis preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited program.
• Entering junior year, senior year, or graduate school.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with Revit.
• Familiarity with Trace 3D+ is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support HVAC analysis and design for building systems.
• Assist with plumbing and piping system design.
• Participate in sustainable design initiatives and LEED-related activities.
• Contribute to energy conservation and high-performance building projects.
• Gain exposure to multidisciplinary building engineering projects.

Job description

Summer 2027 - Mechanical Engineering Internship Opportunity at HGA!

Locations: Minneapolis, MN; Milwaukee, WI; and Washington, DC

Begin to build your future at HGA! We have an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate school student for a paid summer internship in summer of 2027. The summer internship is typically 12 weeks in length beginning on or before June 1, 2027, through mid-August (depending on your schedule).

HGA is a full-service planning and design firm of over 1,000 professionals offering planning, engineering, architecture and interior design services in 12 offices. Our nationally recognized team of integrated experts partner closely with clients through a collaborative and transparent process, delivering successful project outcomes across Healthcare, Education, Science + Technology, Arts, Community + Living, Workplace, and Government markets.

At HGA, we are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy and to carbon reductions in our structures through our participation in the SE2050 challenge. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly, and social activities are integrated into our office culture. As HGA continues to learn how we can enhance an equitable culture, we've reaffirmed how important it is to have a safe environment, one where everyone can bring their best selves to work every day. We offer challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of some great projects.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026
Interviews conducted: October - November 2026
Offers extended: By December 2026
Summer internship dates: June 1, 2027 - Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

What you'll do?

• Support HVAC analysis and design for building systems.
• Assist with plumbing and piping system design.
• Participate in sustainable design initiatives and LEED-related activities.
• Contribute to energy conservation and high-performance building projects.
• Gain exposure to multidisciplinary building engineering projects.

What you'll bring?

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architectural Engineering (mechanical systems emphasis preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited program.
• Entering junior year, senior year, or graduate school.
• Able to commute to and work from the office.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with Revit.
• Familiarity with Trace 3D+ is a plus, but not required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in building systems, sustainability, and energy-efficient design.

Salary Information?

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Hourly Rate: $24.00/hour - $25/hour (Mid-West) and $29/hour (Boston or Washington, DC).