HVAC - Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Parsons; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Mentorship program

Job summary

Parsons seeks Mechanical Engineering Interns to support HVAC, plumbing, industrial piping, and ventilation for federal projects in the Pasadena, CA office. Interns are paired one-on-one with a mentor in a 4D Internship Program to gain hands-on experience in the engineering design process.

Required: pursuing a Bachelor's (3rd year+) or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection, US citizenship, GPA >3.25, and strong writing/communication skills. Salary range: $22.93–$40.14 per hour.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's (3rd year+) or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection.
• US Citizenship required.
• GPA above 3.25/4.0.
• Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Revit design for mechanical systems in HVAC/plumbing/ventilation projects.
• Performing engineering calculations and analyses: thermal and fluid mechanics.
• Producing engineering reports and research documentation.
• Participating in the 4D Internship Program with mentorship by senior engineers.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering/Fire Protection

Tools

SolidWorks

Revit

Energy modeling

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description

Welcoming different perspectives, like yours, is one of our strongest attributes. We're a community of individuals with different points of view who enjoy opportunities to share our skills and ideas. We genuinely value people who articulate their perspectives while respecting others. We value diversity, so here, you will find no limits to your professional growth. We will welcome you into the stimulating process of exchanging ideas for personal and professional growth.

Let's talk about what you'll be doing

Parsons is seeking Mechanical Engineering Interns to support HVAC, plumbing, industrial piping, and industrial ventilation for federal projects in the Pasadena, CA office.

Tasking may include:

• Revit design for mechanical systems
• Performing engineering calculations and analyses: thermal and Fluid Mechanics
• Performing research and creating engineering reports

All activities will be designed to give the intern a thorough understanding of the engineering design process and insight into the role Mechanical Engineers play in industry. To facilitate their education and the quality of their experience, each intern is paired one-on-one with a mentor of the same discipline. Interns participate in the 4D Internship Program where they interact with interns of varying disciplines and senior management within the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's (3rd year or above) or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Fire Protection
• US Citizenship
• Major GPA greater than 3.25/4.00
• Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills:

• 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience (i.e., SolidWorks) or Revit experience
• Deep knowledge of heat transfer and fluid mechanics
• Familiar with Energy modeling technician/assistant, research assistant, extensive lab coursework

Parsons is a leading technology firm driving the future of defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, and smart cities, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Security Clearance Requirement

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest.

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