Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,306,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O'Brien, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Chicago, IL.

You will gain hands-on experience by supporting project teams, applying classroom learnings to real-world engineering challenges, and collaborating with mentors across disciplines. The internship emphasizes a people-first approach, with potential for growth, and requires current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering program with ABET accreditation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program at a four-year ABET university or college.
• Graduation date within 1 year preferred; 2 years considered depending on needs.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineer mentors and take ownership of portions of projects.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and learn how a complete design package is developed.
• Acquire time management, communication, and CAD drafting skills, and apply engineering concepts.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering education

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Category: Intern

Requisition Number: MECHA004026

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Chicago, IL 60605, USA

Description

Mechanical Engineering Intern

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career - and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

Here at Salas O'Brien Inc., you will obtain invaluable hands-on technical experience that you cannot learn in a classroom. Our engineers will help you to apply your textbook knowledge and create solutions for real engineering challenges. You will gain practical experience by working with experienced engineering and technical professionals and participating in challenging engineering projects.

In this role:

In this role you will have the opportunity work with engineer mentors in the design team and take ownership of portions of various projects. You will also work in coordination with other engineering disciplines and learn how a complete design package is developed. Work tasks will vary and require flexibilityand desire for diversity in the engineering field. You will acquire time management, communication, and CAD drafting skills, as well as have the chance to apply engineering concepts.

You will be a great fit if:

• You are currently enrolled in a MechanicalEngineering program at a four-year ABET university or college with preferred targeted graduation date within 1 year (preferred). Will consider interns who are graduating within 2 years, depending on our needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You have experience with Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• You are well organized and can effectively manage work and academic responsibilities simultaneously.

Location: Chicago, IL - 100%, On-Site

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Some college or better in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

Preferred

You are currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program at a four-year ABET university or college with preferred targeted graduation date within 1 year (preferred). Will consider interns who are graduating within 2 years, depending on our needs.

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