Engineering Internship

Iengtobuild; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,929; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Charlotte, NC is seeking an undergraduate Engineering Intern for the Summer Internship Program. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably sophomores or juniors. Responsibilities include assisting in engineering designs for HVAC and piping, participating in site visits, and collaborating effectively with team members. The position offers full-time hours at $21/hr. Join a diverse team committed to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Currently a sophomore or junior in college.
• Possesses a strong personal commitment for long-term goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering design efforts for HVAC and piping systems.
• Join project site visits for necessary field data.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Sophomore or junior status

Job description

iENG Design is seeking an undergraduate student who is completing their bachelor’s in mechanical engineering to join our 2026 Summer Internship Program. iENG's method of engineering is unique: We begin with the end in mind, and we challenge everything. We take time to understand the project we want to deliver. We understand the owner's views, use of building, the owner's operation and maintenance capabilities. We look at first cost v. operation cost v. life cycle cost. Every iENG project has a best value and best design---and that's what we deliver. An IMI Company, iENG serves nationwide Fortune 500 clients across the Institutional, Commercial and Industrial markets---there isn't a project our team cannot tackle.

iENG Design is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO and has branch offices in Granite City, IL, Nashville, TN and Charlotte, NC. Services & Capabilities include: Engineering & Design, VDC/BIM Coordination, Construction Support, Scheduling, Commissioning, Retro Commissioning and Inspection Services. iENG currently ranks as one of the largest engineering/design firms by revenue in the region.

We are currently looking for Undergraduate students to join our team as an Engineering Intern based out of our Charlotte, NC office. Our ideal candidates for this role will be in their sophomore or junior year pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree.

Primary responsibilities for our Engineering Intern include:

• Assisting in engineering design efforts to create construction
• documents on assigned projects with systems including HVAC, process piping and duct work
• Assisting in the preparation of project specifications for HVAC and piping designs
• Joining project site visits to understand the necessary field data for designs
• Assisting in the preparation and review of shop drawings and submittals for conformance to construction documents and specifications
• Collaborating with other team members, learning how to communicate with clients, utilizing excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding the overall concept of the company, including brand, clients, goals, and all other aspects of the engineering department
• Accepting designated, business-focused internship projects to research, propose ideas and solutions and present final project
• Learning and becoming proficient on internal software systems

Primary qualifications for our Engineering Interns include:

• Currently an Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related engineering degree from an accredited institution)
• Currently a sophomore or junior in college
• Possesses a strong personal commitment for long-term and meaningful goals
• Ability to work within an environment with deadlines while having to multi-task with changing priorities
• Self-motivated with excellent time and communication skills
• Demonstrates confidence in their working knowledge and is committed to researching/asking for the answers to find the right solutions for things they do not know.

COMPENSATION AND HOURS:

• Compensation: $21/hr
• Working Hours: Full-Time (40 hrs/week) with a flexible start and end date.

DIVERSITY:

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion starts with us. The IMI companies strive to build a team that is truly reflective of the communities we serve in every level of our business. We know that when diverse minds and perspectives come together, the possibilities are limitless.

WHY iENG DESIGN?

The iENG team is led by innovative engineers with vast experience across multiple industries. Their passion and understanding of the design & construction process results in a higher level of excellence within our entire engineering & design group. IMI companies know that to tackle the challenging projects we are faced with every day takes a team of creative problem solvers who aren’t afraid to be bold. Which is why IMI companies work every day to create a work environment that gives back to our employees.

Our philosophy is to hire talented people, provide them with the training, tools, and resources to be successful, empower them to go and contribute to the success of the company, and to reward performance. If you’re ready to be a part of our teamANDa part of our solution,APPLY TODAY!

EOE/M/F/V/D

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