Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2027)

dbHMS; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

dbHMS in Philadelphia is seeking an Engineer Intern - Mechanical for Summer 2027 to support the design of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Technology systems on a range of project types. The internship offers hands-on experience working with senior engineers, clients, and architects in a collaborative environment.

You will assist with drafting, basic calculations, BIM modeling in Revit, and preparation of construction documents, gaining exposure to field conditions and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 4-year Engineering program.
• Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural Engineering preferred.
• Minimum education: 4-year Engineering program or graduate with less than one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers with drafting, basic calculations, or other engineering tasks.
• Collaborate with other engineers on assigned engineering tasks.
• Model MEPFP systems and create construction documents in Revit.
• Write engineering reports as directed by Senior Engineers.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Motivated self-starter

Fast learner

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in 4-year Engineering program

Tools

Revit

Job description

Position:Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2027)

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Job Id:1358

# of Openings:0

Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2027)

Firm Overview

Do more thanjustbuild!AtdbHMS,we are acollection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with ourclient’s visionto realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardshipand innovation through our impact on the built environment.Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance,efficient,and sustainable buildings worldwide.

Our Design Studio team, in ourPhiladelphiaoffice is seeking an Engineer Intern. This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, client reps, architects, and MEP engineers in creating designs for allkindof spaces.

Our dynamic work environmentprovides the perfect opportunity to advance your careerwhile developing and fine-tuning yourskillsalong with offeringasupportiveofficeculture, diverse workforce,flexible work schedules,andregularsocial events.AtdbHMS, you will findeverything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.

dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. The remainder of the duties will be performed in a combination of office environment and construction/field environment which will involve trips to projects sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and frequently is required to walk. The work typically requires the use hands to type, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and perform work in the field.

When in the field the employee must be able to climb stairs and endure typical construction site conditions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Position Overview

Engineer Interns provide assistance in the design of engineering systems for building renovations and new construction projects. These include the design of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Technology systems.

The position is temporary, having a start and end date in the offer. Upon completion of the internship, the position may be reevaluated for continued employment, or for rehire at a later date.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist Senior Engineers with drafting, basic calculations, or other engineering tasks.
• Collaborate with other engineers on assigned engineering tasks.
• Model MEPFP systems and create construction documents in Revit.
• Write engineering reports as directed by Senior Engineers.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Enrolled in 4-year Engineering program or be a graduate from a 4-Year Engineering Program with less than one year of experience (Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural Engineering preferred).

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate Revit™ BIM software.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Motivated self-starter and fast learner.
• Able to collaborate in team environment.