Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

STV, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society Mbd

Job summary

STV is seeking an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Buildings team in a hybrid role that requires several days in the office. The position offers hands-on experience, mentorship from senior engineers, and exposure to HVAC design, calculations, and client meetings.

Preference for a minimum 3-month commitment and full-time availability for the internship. Responsibilities include assisting with design work, equipment selection, and preparing drawings and reports while ensuring

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.
• Internship with hybrid office presence (at least 3 days/week).

Responsibilities

• Assist HVAC designs, calculations, and reports for building projects.
• Participate in equipment selection and specification writing processes.
• Lead projects under guidance of senior engineers.
• Mentor junior staff members and provide guidance as needed.
• Meet with clients to discuss project requirements and recommendations.
• Collaborate with structural, traffic, and geotechnical engineers.
• Plan and develop engineering activities for construction and maintenance projects.
• Evaluate and apply engineering techniques and criteria.
• Prepare or modify drawings, calculations, charts, and graphs.
• Monitor work to ensure compliance with codes and practices.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Buildings team. This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate-level candidates to work alongside our experienced team, learn, and contribute to meaningful projects. This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months and can work full-time.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in HVAC designs, calculations, and reports for various building projects.
• Participate in equipment selection and specification writing processes.
• Lead projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Mentor junior staff members and provide guidance as needed.
• Meet with clients to discuss project requirements and make recommendations based on their needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, traffic, and geotechnical engineers.
• Plan, organize, and develop engineering activities for construction and maintenance projects.
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Devise innovative approaches to solve engineering problems.
• Prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs.
• Monitor work to ensure compliance with applicable codes and engineering practices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support project goals and team objectives.

Required:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering at an ABET-accredited University or NCEES equivalent.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range:

$47,959.00 - $54,498.00

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match?

We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.