Mechanical Design Intern

DPR Construction; California, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a driven drafting support intern to assist with drawings, specifications and calculations under supervision. You will learn mechanical design practices and contribute to 2D drawings and 3D models while collaborating with engineers and modelers to support project delivery.

The role emphasizes learning, reliability, and teamwork, with exposure to shop drawings, RFIs and construction administration activities as you develop skills in a professional contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification intent preferred.
• Exposure to CAD and modeling workflows under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists in producing mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations with clearly defined tasks.
• Supports basic mechanical layout and drafting tasks for HVAC, piping, or equipment systems.
• Assists with simple calculations, schedules, and model updates as directed.
• Supports shop drawing review and RFI assistance as assigned.
• Uses basic CAD and modeling tools to create 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support design documentation.
• Participates in learning and development activities to build understanding of mechanical design practices.

Skills

CAD

Drafting

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering

Tools

2D CAD tools

3D modeling software

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Supports mechanical engineering design efforts by assisting with drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Performs clearly defined drafting and modeling tasks while learning mechanical design standards, codes, and workflows. Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support coordinated project delivery. Gains exposure to construction administration activities and real-world mechanical design applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations with clearly defined tasks under supervision.
• Supports basic mechanical layout and drafting tasks for HVAC, piping, or equipment systems using guidance from team members.
• Assists with simple calculations, schedules, and model updates as directed.
• Supports construction administration activities, including shop drawing review and RFI assistance, as assigned.
• Uses basic CAD and modeling tools to create 2D drawings and assist with development of 3D mechanical models.
• Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support coordinated design documentation.
• Participates in learning and development activities to build understanding of mechanical design practices and standards.

Education Qualifications

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification intent preferred.

Anticipated Starting Pay Range

$29.00- $46.00

DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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