Design-Build Project Engineer Intern (HVAC/Plumbing)

Southland Industries; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing (some locations)

Potential full-time employment

Hands-on experience with leaders

Job summary

Southland Industries offers an internship program designed to introduce students to careers in design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. A project engineer intern assists design and project managers in coordinating projects with engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontractors.

This paid internship provides hands-on experience, opportunities to work with company leaders, and potential pathways to full-time employment upon successful performance.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and drive to complete tasks.
• Initiative and ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong communication skills for clear coordination.
• Resourceful and resilient in solving problems.
• Able to learn quickly and adapt to new tasks.
• Positive attitude in challenging situations.
• Accountability in stressful environments.
• Team player with collaborative mindset.
• Active listening to understand project needs.
• Solid business writing and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Support field labor and labor feedback.
• Assist in equipment and subcontractor procurement.
• Help coordinate design, trade, and subcontractor work.
• Assist in budget analysis, cost projections, and change impact assessments.
• Assist in developing project schedules.

Skills

Work ethic

Initiative

Communication

Resourcefulness

Problem solving

Quick learning

Positive attitude

Accountability

Team player

Active listening

Public speaking

Business writing

Job description

Southland Industries offers an internship program designed to introduce students to careers in design-build, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. A project engineer intern assists design and project managers in coordinating projects with engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontractors.

This paid internship provides hands-on experience, opportunities to work with company leaders, and potential pathways to full-time employment upon successful performance.