HVAC Design Engineer Intern — Hands-on, Paid Training

Southland Industries; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing (some locations)

Paid internship/Co‑op

Potential full-time opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries invites motivated students and new college graduates to join our Internship and New College Graduate program in Tempe, AZ. You will gain hands-on exposure to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design, assist senior engineers, perform calculations, and support drafting activities under supervision.

You will learn to read mechanical plans, communicate with management and field trades, and develop professional skills through real projects, mentorship, and potential

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree aligned with Southland needs (ME) with Thermodynamics/HVAC design coursework desirable.
• Candidate demonstrates strong work ethic, initiative, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, work with limited supervision, and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers in design tasks and deliverables.
• Perform basic calculations for heating/cooling loads, equipment sizing, and duct/pipe sizing.
• Coordinate design with project management, architects, and trades through completion.
• Review codes and field conditions to support design.
• Perform and check CADD drafting work.
• Support project coordination and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Initiative

Problem solving

Quick learner

Collaborative spirit

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Thermodynamics & HVAC Design coursework desirable

Tools

CADD drafting

Job description

Southland Industries invites motivated students and new college graduates to join our Internship and New College Graduate program in Tempe, AZ. You will gain hands-on exposure to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design, assist senior engineers, perform calculations, and support drafting activities under supervision.

You will learn to read mechanical plans, communicate with management and field trades, and develop professional skills through real projects, mentorship, and potential