Energy & Sustainability Services Intern, MHG

DZConneX Solutions Ltd; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann seeks an Energy and Sustainability Summer Intern to join the Mason & Hanger team in Glen Allen, VA for Summer 2026. You will assist in energy and water simulations, utility analyses, LEED template credits, and cost estimates, with emphasis on Excel and modeling tools such as Revit.

The role requires current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field, strong communication, initiative, and the ability to comply with data

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to complete background and drug screening as required.
• U.S. citizenship is required for contract work.
• Proactive, motivated, and able to adapt to evolving project needs.

Responsibilities

• Energy, water, and power simulations under supervision of engineers.
• Engineering calculations using Microsoft Excel.
• Complete LEED credit compliance templates.
• Assist in cost estimate preparation and general research.
• Maintain data protection and security practices for sensitive information.

Skills

Excel

Proficient communicator

Self motivated

Adaptive

Critical thinker

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

Job description

Energy & Sustainability Services Intern, MHG

Job Location: Glen Allen, VA 23060

Teams: Architecture & Engineering

Req Id: 3707

Posting Start Date: 9/2/26

Job Type: Intern/Co-Op

Work Type: Onsite

We’re looking for an Energy and Sustainability Summer Intern, to join our Mason & Hanger team for Summer 2026.

The Energy & Sustainability Summer Intern will assist in engineering calculations including energy and water simulation, utility analyses, LEED template credit completion and general research.

As the Energy and Sustainability Summer Intern, here’s the work you’ll do:

• Energy, water, and power simulation under supervision of engineers.
• Engineering calculations using Microsoft Excel.
• Complete LEED credit compliance templates.
• Assist in cost estimate preparation and general research.
• Complying with data protection principles while handling personal, protected and / or Covered Defense Information on behalf of Day & Zimmermann. Data Handlers should be trained to follow documented policies, standard operating procedures and secure practices associated with protecting trusted employee and customer data.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Technical Proficiency, especially with Microsoft Excel and modeling tools like Revit.
• Proficient communicator
• Self Motivated / Takes initiative
• Adaptive / Flexible
• Critical Thinker

And if you have these qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in Bachelors or Masters Degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or other related program.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Due to the nature of the work and applicable federal contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
• Successful completion of background and drug screening process.

We care about our employees, and it shows.

Our staff receive a competitive salary and 401(k).

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $17.75 - $ 19.75 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CAD/BIM
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.

Notices to Applicants

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] , and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.