Design Engineer Intern – HVAC & MEP Systems

Southland Industries; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing

Paid internship/Co-op

Potential full-time opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries in the United States invites motivated students and new graduates to join its internship and co-op program in design engineering for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. You will support the design team and gain hands-on experience on project deliverables under senior engineers.

This paid internship offers exposure to calculations, CAD drafting, reviews of codes, and collaboration with project teams, with potential full-time opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with Thermodynamics and HVAC design coursework.
• Strong work ethic and proactive mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers with design tasks for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Perform calculations for heating/cooling loads and equipment sizing under supervision.
• Produce basic drawings and specify components; review codes and field conditions.
• Coordinate with project management, architects, and trades through completion.

Skills

Design engineering

HVAC design

CADD drafting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CADD drafting

Job description

Southland Industries in the United States invites motivated students and new graduates to join its internship and co-op program in design engineering for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. You will support the design team and gain hands-on experience on project deliverables under senior engineers.

This paid internship offers exposure to calculations, CAD drafting, reviews of codes, and collaboration with project teams, with potential full-time opportunities after graduation.