Mechanical Engineer Internship

Jobtailor; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Hartford, CT is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern to contribute to HVAC design on diverse client projects. You will perform pressure drop calculations, duct and pipe sizing, field surveys, and assist with equipment layouts using AutoCAD.

You will collaborate with engineers and technicians, participate in cost estimating for mechanical systems, and gain hands-on experience across MEP disciplines in a real-project setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• MS Office proficiency required.
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Field surveys and data gathering experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform pressure drop calculations and duct/pipe sizing for HVAC designs.
• Prepare equipment layouts using AutoCAD.
• Assist with cost estimating and construction administration tasks.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians on real client projects.

Skills

HVAC design

AutoCAD proficiency

Pressure drop calculations

Duct sizing

Pipe sizing

MS Office

Education

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Work on diverse projects, including commercial building HVAC design. Perform pressure drop calculations, duct sizing, and pipe sizing. Conduct field surveys to gather necessary data for design projects. Work alongside engineers and technicians in a collaborative environment. Engage in hands-on design of HVAC systems. Prepare equipment layouts and designs using AutoCAD. Participate in cost estimating for mechanical systems. Assist with construction administration tasks. Explore a wide variety of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) work on real client projects.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Class project work related to MEP fields preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. of equipment.
• Successful criminal background check required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong capabilities in HVAC design, including pressure drop calculations, duct and pipe sizing, and equipment layout preparation using AutoCAD. Collaborates effectively in a team environment while engaging in hands-on design and cost estimating for mechanical systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• HVAC Design
• AutoCAD Proficiency
• Pressure Drop Calculations
• Duct Sizing
• Pipe Sizing

Hard Skills

• HVAC Design
• Pressure Drop Calculations
• Duct Sizing
• Pipe Sizing
• Cost Estimating
• Field Surveys
• Mechanical Systems Design

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Hands-On Design

Industry Keywords

• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD
• MS Office