Hands-on Mechanical Design Intern — Build Real Systems (Summer 2027)

Harris; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris offers a Mechanical Design Intern position for Summer 2027 in Saint Paul, MN. You will apply classroom knowledge to a professional setting, assisting with envisioning, designing, and delivering innovative mechanical solutions that meet customer needs and improve efficiency.

You'll gain hands-on experience in the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing design process, explore career opportunities within Design + Engineering, and see how your work impacts the business as a whole in a national contractor

Qualifications

• Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, energy engineering, or related field.
• Basic understanding of low energy, high performance, resilient and sustainable design for mechanical systems.
• Proven math, accuracy and detail-orientation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to identify problems.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge gained through formal education to design various types of mechanical systems.
• Assist with envisioning, designing, and delivering innovative design solutions that meet customer needs and increase efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Gain on the job experience in the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing design process.
• Translate classroom concepts to real world experiences.

Skills

Sustainable design basics

Math and detail orientation

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing degree in mechanical or related field

Job description

Harris offers a Mechanical Design Intern position for Summer 2027 in Saint Paul, MN. You will apply classroom knowledge to a professional setting, assisting with envisioning, designing, and delivering innovative mechanical solutions that meet customer needs and improve efficiency.

You'll gain hands-on experience in the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing design process, explore career opportunities within Design + Engineering, and see how your work impacts the business as a whole in a national contractor