Mechanical Engineering Intern: Power Plant Projects

Sargent & Lundy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401(k)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support a project team on power plant or industrial facility systems. You will work under senior engineers to apply your mechanical engineering knowledge to design, analyze, and document modifications or upgrades.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, with exposure to calculations, drawings, specifications, and project reporting. Summer 2027 start date.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic background with coursework in mechanical systems analysis (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Track and evaluate project activities, progress and related data.

Education

Bachelor’s or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support a project team on power plant or industrial facility systems. You will work under senior engineers to apply your mechanical engineering knowledge to design, analyze, and document modifications or upgrades.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, with exposure to calculations, drawings, specifications, and project reporting. Summer 2027 start date.