Building Mechanical/HVAC Engineering Intern

HDR; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Saint Louis Park, MN seeks a Building Mechanical/HVAC Engineering Intern to support our mechanical engineering team on diverse projects and gain real-world experience. You’ll apply standard engineering techniques under supervision of a project manager and participate in mentoring programs with young professionals.

HDR emphasizes its employee-owned culture and collaborative environment. As part of HDR’s commitment, interns engage with leaders, contribute to meaningful work, and experience

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Support our building mechanical engineering team with a variety of projects.
• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects.
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering student (undergrad/grad)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

In the role of Building Mechanical/HVAC Engineering Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Support our building mechanical engineering team with a variety of projects
• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics principles.
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $25 - $30 Primary Location:United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Other Locations:United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Temporary BusinessClass:Building Mechanical Job Posting:Sep 10, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affi­cative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story