Mechanical Engineer Intern

25 Harris Mountain West, LLC (Ogden); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid hol

Paid Parental leave

Short-Term Incentive Plan

Job summary

Harris is seeking a Mechanical Design Intern for Summer 2027 in Arlington, VA. You will apply mechanical engineering concepts to design systems and support the design team in delivering innovative solutions for construction and operation.

You will gain on-the-job experience, exposure to other departments, and learn how your role impacts the business. This internship emphasizes sustainable design and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, energy engineering, or related field.
• Basic understanding of approaches and options for implementing 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 engineering concepts to design mechanical systems.
• Envision, design, and deliver innovative design solutions meeting customer needs and increasing efficiency and cost effectiveness in construction and operation.
• Translate concepts learned in the classroom to real-world experiences

Skills

Mechanical design basics

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing STEM degree

Job description

Job Description

Note: This internship is for Summer 2027

Your role as a Mechanical Design Intern

As a Mechanical Design Intern, you will apply knowledge gained through formal education to a professional work environment including applying conceptual engineering techniques 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 in construction and operation. Gain on the job experience and knowledge of the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing design process Get a realistic job preview and explore other career opportunities within the Design + Engineering team Get exposure to other departments and learn how your role impacts the business as a whole Translate concepts learned in the classroom to real world experiences

What we\'re looking for in you

Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, energy engineering, or related field. Basic understanding of approaches and options for implementing 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 Your life at Harris

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401K with company match


• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays


• Paid Parental leave


• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: $22.34 - $33.51

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.