Mechanical Engineering Internship - Industrial Facilities

Olsson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus system (for full-time employees)

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Summer 2027 student intern for our Industrial Facilities Engineering and Design team. You will work alongside experienced staff to create construction documents and specifications for mechanical systems in industrial facilities.

You will gain hands-on experience, contribute to HVAC design tasks, and develop skills in Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling while pursuing a B.S. in mechanical engineering.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD or other 3D modeling tools.
• HVAC design coursework or experience.
• Familiarity with HVAC codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC).
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating construction documents and specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers on design tasks for mechanical systems.
• Contribute to HVAC design work, ventilation and process cooling.
• Participate in site placements in Lincoln, Omaha, or Des Moines.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Ownership of work

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

3D modeling tools

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join our industrial team, where innovation is cultivated in an environment of excellence within the industrial sector! Our offices serve as a professional collaborative environment for engineers and designers, providing an atmosphere that values our employees and embraces multiple “Best Places to Work” awards. As industrial facility professionals, we set trends, navigate diverse challenges, and reward ambitious employees. Experience the excitement of contributing to cutting-edge projects such as Ethanol plant improvements, renewable natural gas plant greenfield designs, and ag-industrial process facility designs, among others. With a commitment to a flexible yet disciplined work culture, our close-knit camaraderie continually provides our community of accomplished professionals with the keys to a successful career!

As a summer 2027 student intern with our Industrial Facilities Engineering and Design team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You’ll work alongside experienced staff and engineers to create construction documents and specifications.

Our mechanical design services include:

• 3D modeling of mechanical systems
• Pipe stress and pressure vessel analysis
• Hydraulic modeling
• HVAC system design, including load calculations, duct and piping layout, equipment selection, and energy efficiency analysis
• Coordination of HVAC systems with architectural and structural elements, as well as other building systems

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, or other 3D modeling tools
• Coursework or experience in HVAC design or thermodynamics
• Familiarity with HVAC codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, IMC)
• Interest in mechanical systems for industrial facilities, including ventilation and process cooling
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

We are looking to hire two individuals to work from either our Lincoln or Omaha locations and one individual to work from our Des Moines location.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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