Mechanical & Electrical Building Systems Intern (Hands-On)

Clark Dietz, Inc.

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (hourly)
Mentorship
Hands-on experience
Networking
Intern swag kit
Safety gear provided

Job summary

Clark Dietz, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Intern to assist engineers with the design of building systems, including lighting, HVAC, power distribution, fire protection and plumbing, in Chicago.

The role offers practical, hands-on experience and a chance to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects through the summer. You will read plans, perform basic calculations, and collaborate with engineers under mentorship to develop technical and professional skills in a

Qualifications

  • Declared major in Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
  • Ability to read construction plans and interpret specifications.
  • Ability to perform basic calculations and analyze data.
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Good communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist engineers with design of mechanical and electrical building systems.
  • Include low and medium voltage distribution, lighting, HVAC, fire protection and plumbing.
  • Gain hands-on experience on real projects during the summer program.
  • Participate in group activities to learn about the engineering profession and career paths.

Skills

Reading plans
Data analysis
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree in ME/EE/Arch

Tools

AutoCAD MEP
Revit
SKM Powertools
Trane Trace
MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

Clark Dietz, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Intern to assist engineers with the design of building systems, including lighting, HVAC, power distribution, fire protection and plumbing, in Chicago.

The role offers practical, hands-on experience and a chance to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects through the summer. You will read plans, perform basic calculations, and collaborate with engineers under mentorship to develop technical and professional skills in a

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