Fall 2026 Estimating Internship

Cox Engineering; Randolph (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Engineering in Randolph, MA invites students to join its Estimating Internship to learn bid development, take-off software, and HVAC estimation under the Estimating Department Manager. This in-person opportunity is ideal for undergrad engineering or business students seeking hands-on experience.

This role includes assisting with bid preparation, organizing project plans and specs, and contributing ideas for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Team-minded and self-motivated; easy to work with and eager to learn.
• Currently pursuing an engineering or business program is a plus but not required.
• Ability to read plans/specs is a plus but not required.
• Duties will vary based on ability, including learning take-off software and assisting estimators with bids.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Estimating Department Manager in producing bids and estimates.
• Learn take-off software to support estimators with bid preparation.
• Collaborate with team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in bidding.
• Gain hands-on experience with HVAC systems and estimation process.
• Assist with gathering and organizing project plans and specs.
• Contribute ideas for process improvement.
• Handle time management tasks to meet deadlines.

Skills

Team Mindset

Self-motivator

Easy to work with

Willing to learn

Read plans/specs (a plus)

Education

Engineering or Business program ongoing

Job description

Location: Randolph, MA

Job Id:386

# of Openings:1

ESTIMATING INTERNSHIP

ABOUT COX ENGINEERING:

Cox Engineering, a family owned, tight knit company that has a main focus in fostering a culture that builds the best products, hires the best people and provides the best service to our customers! While we work in the world of HVAC solutions, Cox Engineering is first and foremost a people business. Our enduring mission is to attract and hire the best talent in the industry - and to cultivate this talent into responsive teams that deliver for customers. The growth of our people is what powers the growth of our company. It's what ensures not only results for our customers but trusted relationships with them. We're united by a value system that has guided us throughout Cox's history.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We're excited to welcome the next generation of Estimators to our team! Under the guidance of our Estimating Department Manager, you'll have the chance to help produce bids and gain valuable experience. This in-person opportunity is open to all college students.

THE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Estimating Department Manager in producing bids and estimates.
• Learn and utilize take-off software to support estimators with bid preparation.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency in bidding processes.
• Gain hands-on experience with HVAC systems and the estimation process.
• Assist with gathering and organizing project plans and specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting innovative ideas for process enhancement.
• Handle tasks related to time management, ensuring deadlines are met efficiently.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Team Mindset
• Self-motivator
• Easy to work with
• Willing to learn
• Currently continuing education in an engineering or business program is a plus but not required
• Able to read plans/specs is a plus but not required
• Duties will vary based on ability but can include learning take-off software and assisting estimators with bids