2027 Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineering

TKDA; BLOOMINGTON, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

TKDA in Bloomington, MN invites energetic undergraduates pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering to join our summer internship. You will work with a multi-disciplinary team on mechanical design projects across industrial, government, education, mining, and freight rail sectors.

The program exposes you to studies, design specs, and detailed drawings, including PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment layouts, while offering formal trainings, mentorship, and real project experience from May to August 2027.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate pursuing an accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Interest in building/industrial mechanical systems and design.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit MEP or similar 3D design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaborative teamwork.
• Willingness to travel locally for project work.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with studies, design specifications, and drawings.
• Create process flow diagrams and piping & instrument diagrams.
• Develop equipment arrangement drawings.
• Support preliminary site assessments and construction administration tasks.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams throughout the internship.

Skills

MS Office

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

3D design software

Job description

If you are an undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with an emphasis on mechanical system design, then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team this coming summer in Bloomington, MN!

As a member of our team, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team of engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural) and architectural professionals and become engaged in a variety of active mechanical design projects within the industrial, government, education, mining, and freight rail sectors. Our goal will be to expose you to the various stages of a project life cycle from conception through construction so you have a better understanding of the work we do, how we do it, and more importantly, what it would be like to be an engineering consultant.

Throughout your internship, you will have the opportunity to assist with the preparation of studies, design specifications, and detailed drawings along with the creation of process flow diagrams, piping and instrument diagrams, and equipment arrangement drawings. On occasion, you may also assist with preliminary site / conditions assessments or construction administration responsibilities.

The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2027 from Tuesday, May 25 through Friday, August 13. This position would primarily work from our office in Bloomington, MN; however, there may be instances in which this position would be provided with flexible / hybrid work arrangements.

$20 - $24 an hour

Final rate of compensation will be dependent upon your anticipated graduation date.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate pursuing an accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Prior experience, previous coursework, or strong interest in designing a variety of building and/or industrial mechanical systems.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Previous experience or formal training with AutoCAD and Revit MEP or similar 3D design software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and assist with technical report and specification preparation.
• Ability to travel locally as needed for project assignments, team meetings, site visits, etc.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Advantageous Qualifications

• General understanding of drafting techniques and construction plan development practices.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar 3D design software.
• Previous experience or coursework related to pipe stress analysis.

TKDA Internship Program

TKDA's internship program is dedicated to the learning and networking experience for interns, with the hope that we can build a professional relationship that will last. We are committed to fostering a learning environment where you can apply your classroom knowledge in real ways. This program is a structured summer experience including formal software trainings, networking opportunities, mentorship relationships, social events, learning seminars, and much more!

**Please note that the formal interview process for all internship positions at TKDA will begin in late October.

*Pre-Employment Screening*

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.