27 Intern | US | Mech Field Eng

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel's U.S. Summer Internship Program offers hands-on Mechanical Engineering experience through a structured 10-week summer assignment across Bechtel's GBUs and project sites.

Interns work with industry professionals on meaningful projects, receive professional development, and have opportunities to present outcomes at program end. Open to students pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering with relocation/travel flexibility.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year BS Mechanical Engineering program.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Willingness to relocate and travel domestically and internationally.
• Prior co-op or internship experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to the craft for installation of mechanical equipment.
• Interpret and apply industry codes for installation of rotating and mechanical equipment.
• Interface with engineering and procurement functions.
• Perform constructability reviews.
• Plan and package the work for the craft.
• Verify installed quantities.
• Resolve technical issues with designer of record.
• Manage equipment and materials for plant and indirect construction use.
• Perform inspections and tests to verify quality and maintain quality records.
• Interact with subcontractors.
• Implement standard work processes and procedures.

Skills

Co-op experience

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Construction environment

Multilingual (Spanish/Arabic/French)

Completed coursework

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: Limited (e.g. Development Assignment)
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA
• Hourly Range: $23.98 - $34.40 (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant. A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.)

Program Overview

Bechtel's U.S. Summer Internship Program provides students with an opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while working alongside industry professionals on projects and initiatives that impact communities around the world. The program is a structured 10-week summer experience, typically held from mid-June through mid-August, designed to help students translate classroom learning into practical application through challenging assignments, professional development activities, and exposure to Bechtel's global business.

Interns are treated as valuable members of the team and are assigned work that contributes directly to business objectives. Throughout the internship, participants are encouraged to build technical and professional skills, expand their industry knowledge, and develop relationships with leaders and peers across the organization.

The internship experience combines real project work, professional development programming, networking opportunities, executive speaker sessions, mentorship, and end-of-program presentations to help students gain a deeper understanding of their chosen career path while exploring future opportunities with Bechtel.

Work Location & Assignments

Opportunities are available across Bechtel's Global Business Units (GBU) and functional organizations. Final assignment location, business unit placement, and specific responsibilities will be determined based on business needs, candidate qualifications, and organizational priorities.

Assignments may be located in a project field environment, regional office, or corporate office setting depending on business needs. Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations.

Job Summary

Mechanical Engineering Interns work in multi-disciplinary teams and provide support to the most visible aspects of a project - plant equipment.

Bechtel is synonymous with construction. We have been a construction-driven company from the beginning. The industry is constantly changing, and the challenge must be met with innovative, self-starting field engineers who possess strong technical backgrounds and the ability to develop working relationships throughout the many facets of the organization.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to the craft for the installation of mechanical equipment
• Interpret and apply industry codes for the installation of rotating and mechanical equipment
• Interface with other functions including engineering and procurement
• Perform constructability reviews
• Plan and package the work for the craft
• Verify installed quantities
• Resolve technical issues with designer of record
• Manage equipment and materials, both permanent plant materials or material used for indirect construction use
• Perform inspections and tests to verify quality and manage quality records
• Interact with subcontractors
• Implement standard work processes and procedures

Education and Experience Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a four-year Bachelor of Science degree program in Mechanical Engineering at an accredited college or university
• Possess the eligibility to work and remain in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability and willingness to relocate and/or travel to domestic and/or international project jobsites

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Completed relevant coursework
• Prior co-op or internship experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Practical work experience in a construction environment
• Demonstrated teamwork skills
• Fluency in multiple languages (preferably Spanish, Arabic, or French)

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail].