Mechanical Engineering Intern

LHB Inc; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401k with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Earned Sick and Safe Time

Job summary

LHB Inc. in Duluth, MN invites a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join the Energy and Industry Business Unit for summer 2026 with potential continuation into the 2026-27 academic year. Hybrid schedule will be negotiated based on hours and candidate availability.

The role emphasizes mechanical design and drafting, hydraulics or stress analysis, and collaboration with clients and project teams to meet objectives, including field observations and construction support.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
• Sophomore level as of May 2026.
• Must pass pre-employment onboarding including background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering design and drafting for a variety of projects.
• Assist with hydraulic or stress analysis/modeling.
• Assist project engineers/managers as directed.
• Work closely with clients to meet and exceed their objectives.
• Assist in project coordination with contractors, engineers and clients.
• Assist with construction administration support, including field observations.

Skills

Drafting

Hydraulic analysis

Stress analysis

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited ME program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Intern

LHB has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Energy and Industry Business Unit. The position will be based out of our Duluth MN office.

This is a hybrid working position for summer 20206 with the possibility of continuing through the 2026-27 academic year. Actual hours and schedule will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Position Summary

The responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:

• Provide mechanical engineering design and drafting for a variety of projects
• Assist with hydraulic or stress analysis/modeling
• Assist project engineers/managers as directed
• Work closely with clients to meet and exceed their objectives
• Assist in project coordination with contractors, engineers and clients
• Assist with construction administration support, including field observations

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited college
• Sophomore level as of May 2026
• Upon receipt of an offer of employment, applicants must be able to successfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that will include a criminal/civil background check and drug screen, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Demonstrated knowledge/familiarity of AutoCAD or other drafting/design software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge/familiarity of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.)

Salary Range

• The anticipated rate of pay for this position is $20- $23 per hour. Offer will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earned Sick and Safe Time

Required Submittals

• Resume

Closing Date: August 19, 2026

About LHB

Founded in Duluth in 1966, LHB is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm that delivers integrated, creative, and high-performance design solutions for buildings, sites, andinfrastructure. We specialize in commercial, education, government, healthcare, housing, public works, industrial, and energy projects and maintain four regional offices in Minnesota and Wisconsin. LHB is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by USA TODAY and the Minnesota Star Tribune, with multiple culture excellence awards across employee experience categories.

LHB does not sponsor applicants for work visas

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