Design Engineer Intern - HVAC/MEP Systems

Southland Industries; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing (some locations)

Paid internship/Co-op

Potential full-time opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries invites motivated students for an immersive internship/co-op program in Design Engineering for HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection. You will assist the design team, perform basic calculations, and help prepare drawings under senior engineers’ supervision.

Candidates pursuing Mechanical Engineering with Thermodynamics/HVAC coursework, strong work ethic, and good communication are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree aligned with Southland needs in Mechanical Engineering.
• Completion of Thermodynamics and HVAC Design courses is desirable.
• Strong work ethic and initiative are required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers with design tasks as needed.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, and specifications for HVAC systems under supervision.
• Perform basic project calculations (loads, sizing, friction loss).
• Coordinate design efforts with project management, architects, and other trades.
• Assist in CAD drafting and check drawings for accuracy.
• Review codes and field conditions to support design work.

Skills

Design engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CADD

Job description

Southland Industries invites motivated students for an immersive internship/co-op program in Design Engineering for HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection. You will assist the design team, perform basic calculations, and help prepare drawings under senior engineers’ supervision.

Candidates pursuing Mechanical Engineering with Thermodynamics/HVAC coursework, strong work ethic, and good communication are encouraged to apply.