Mechanical Engineering Intern: Mentorship & Projects

KFI Engineers; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Site visits

Networking with experts

Job summary

KFI Engineers is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join the Utilities & Central Energy (UCE) team. The role offers hands-on, real-world experience across diverse projects, mentorship, and exposure to building systems and construction environments.

The internship emphasizes diligence, teamwork, and practical engineering skills, with responsibilities spanning field work, calculations, documentation, and schedule development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with shifting priorities.
• Willingness to travel if needed.
• Professional ethics and adherence to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Site visits to gather field information and support project needs.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Develop and update Excel spreadsheets for documentation.
• Participate in meetings, providing analysis and recommendations.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
• Report writing and workload planning to meet deadlines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Ethics

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

KFI Engineers is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join the Utilities & Central Energy (UCE) team. The role offers hands-on, real-world experience across diverse projects, mentorship, and exposure to building systems and construction environments.

The internship emphasizes diligence, teamwork, and practical engineering skills, with responsibilities spanning field work, calculations, documentation, and schedule development.