Building Systems Design Intern — HVAC & Piping

UP CAP; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Explore intern development initiative

Mentorship from professionals

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

UP CAP is seeking an engineering intern to participate in the A/E design process for diverse building types. You will apply principles to HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression systems and use REVIT to build 3D models under senior staff guidance.

Ideal candidates are active in a ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program with at least 60 credit hours completed by Summer 2027, and possess basic data entry, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program by Summer 2027.
• Completion of 60 credit hours toward ME degree by internship start.
• Basic data entry skills for spreadsheets or databases.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the A/E design process from concepts to construction for various building types.
• Apply engineering principles to HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression system design.
• Use REVIT to integrate ductwork, piping, and fire protection into 3D models with guidance.
• Research HVAC and Plumbing equipment used in commercial/industrial designs.
• Assist with construction observations, field investigations, and admin documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

60 credit hours toward ME degree

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

UP CAP is seeking an engineering intern to participate in the A/E design process for diverse building types. You will apply principles to HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression systems and use REVIT to build 3D models under senior staff guidance.

Ideal candidates are active in a ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program with at least 60 credit hours completed by Summer 2027, and possess basic data entry, communication, and organizational skills.