Building Mechanical Engineering Intern (Data Centers) - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Advanced Facilities team for Summer 2026 in offices across North America. You will support state-of-the-art facilities projects centered on HVAC and building mechanical systems while collaborating with engineers, architects, and designers.

You will gain exposure to project coordination, CAD/3D software, data collection, and more as you develop your skills while contributing to real-world building systems challenges.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program for Mechanical Engineering.
• Interest in designing building mechanical systems, including HVAC and piping utilities.
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Familiarity with Revit or other 3D software.

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Advanced Facilities team in in offices across North America for summer 2026. If you are a Mechanical Engineering major with an interest in mechanical building systems this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

In this position you will be involved in state-of-the-art facilities projects--focused on HVAC, and building mechanical systems. Supporting our multi-discplinary team of engineers, architects, and designers, you’ll be mentored and guided throughout your internship. Building on your coursework and school projects you will gain exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more.

You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. We’ll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table.

To be successful as an intern with our team you should possess an attitude of taking independent initiative, an eagerness to learn, enjoy creative problem-solving, and an ability to reliably work independently while also remaining dedicated to teamwork.

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program for Mechanical Engineering or another closely related field

• Interest in designing building mechanical systems, including HVAC and piping utilities, for buildings and facilities.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Previous internship experience with a design/consulting firm or manufacturing company

• Familiarity with Revit or other 3D software

• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.