Engineering Sciences Intern — Real-World Investigations

Secretariat; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Secretariat offers an engineering internship program in the U.S. focusing on materials, mechanical, civil, or architectural engineering.

interns work on real client projects from investigation to reporting, under experienced mentors, gaining practical consulting skills and exposure to multi-industry challenges. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, data analysis, and clear communication of findings, with emphasis on growth, mentorship, and professional development within a fast-growing

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Science/Architectural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree candidates are also encouraged to apply.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2030.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Interest in pursuing PE credentials is a plus.
• Curious, analytical, and eager to solve complex problems in practical, real-world settings.
• Strong communication skills, including listening, writing, presenting, and explaining technical ideas clearly.
• Able to learn quickly, think creatively, manage competing priorities, and ask thoughtful questions when guidance is needed.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-growing consulting environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Additional language skills are a plus.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you’ll build practical engineering, analytical, and consulting skills by supporting real client projects from investigation through reporting. You’ll work with experienced professionals who will help you learn how to break down complex technical questions, analyze information, and communicate your findings clearly.
• Support hands-on failure investigations and learn how engineers evaluate what happened, why it happened, and how it can be explained clearly.
• Compare real-world conditions with original designs, drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Assist with field inspections, site visits, laboratory testing, and other investigative activities.
• Perform engineering calculations, research technical issues, and analyze data to help solve complex problems.
• Review, organize, and summarize project documents, technical records, photos, test results, and other relevant information.
• Help draft clear, well-supported report sections that explain technical findings in a way clients can understand.
• Contribute to visuals, exhibits, and demonstratives that help tell the story of a technical issue or investigation.
• Analyze technical reports prepared by others and help develop supporting, concurring, or rebuttal perspectives.
• Participate in team and client communications, gaining exposure to consulting work across different industries and time zones.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, peers, and clients while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Use curiosity, attention to detail, and strong analytical thinking to help the team meet project milestones and deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Building Science/Architectural Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

GPA 3.0

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Secretariat offers an engineering internship program in the U.S. focusing on materials, mechanical, civil, or architectural engineering.

interns work on real client projects from investigation to reporting, under experienced mentors, gaining practical consulting skills and exposure to multi-industry challenges. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, data analysis, and clear communication of findings, with emphasis on growth, mentorship, and professional development within a fast-growing