Hands-On Design-Build HVAC Intern

Southland Industries; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing (some locations)

Paid internship/Co-op

Potential full-time employment

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Southland Industries is offering an Internship and New College Graduate program designed to immerse students in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. You will assist design and project managers to coordinate projects, learn estimating and scheduling, and develop hands-on skills with engineering teams.

Participants gain exposure to equipment, drawings, and submittal processes, while building professional communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree aligned with Southland needs (engineering or safety).
• Interest in HVAC/design-build processes and related coursework.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist a design or project manager to coordinate projects using engineering, labor, equipment and subcontracted services.
• Develop skills in design, estimating and scheduling for design-build processes.
• Support field labor and procurement activities.
• Contribute to document control and coordination with trade/subcontractors.
• Assist in budget analysis, cost projections and schedule development.
• Track progress and help develop project schedules.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Initiative

Communication skills

Resourcefulness

Problem solving

Team player

Active listening

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering

Safety Sciences

Building Automation

Energy Management

Job description

Southland Industries is offering an Internship and New College Graduate program designed to immerse students in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. You will assist design and project managers to coordinate projects, learn estimating and scheduling, and develop hands-on skills with engineering teams.

Participants gain exposure to equipment, drawings, and submittal processes, while building professional communication and teamwork.