Engineering Sciences Intern - Real-World Problem Solver

Secretariat Intl; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat invites applications for a Summer Intern, Engineering Sciences, in downtown Boston. You will apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges and support investigations, testing, and reporting alongside engineers, scientists, and consultants.

We seek students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Civil, Building Science/Architectural, or Chemical Engineering with graduation between 2027 and 2030.

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

• 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.

Job description

Secretariat invites applications for a Summer Intern, Engineering Sciences, in downtown Boston. You will apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges and support investigations, testing, and reporting alongside engineers, scientists, and consultants.

We seek students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Civil, Building Science/Architectural, or Chemical Engineering with graduation between 2027 and 2030.