Mechanical Project Manager Intern - Build Real-World Impact

AM Mechanical; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AM Mechanical is seeking highly motivated Mechanical Project Manager Interns for the Summer of 2027. You will support project performance and profit from day one while gaining hands-on experience in estimating, scheduling, shop drawings, and the buyout process.

The role includes attending design meetings, reviewing subcontractor drawings, and engaging in monthly training sessions. Competitive hourly pay is offered with potential for a discretionary bonus and future full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related program.
• Open to fulltime opportunity post grad.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Prior construction internship experience is a plus.
• Extracurricular involvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimating project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects.
• Scheduling a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
• Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors; receive and evaluate proposals; award subcontracts.
• Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team; communicate with subs on upcoming work.
• Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning project cost status.
• Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendents to ensure the project is running smoothly.
• Weekly Training Sessions – training to understand roles and how the business operates.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related program

Job description

AM Mechanical is seeking highly motivated Mechanical Project Manager Interns for the Summer of 2027. You will support project performance and profit from day one while gaining hands-on experience in estimating, scheduling, shop drawings, and the buyout process.

The role includes attending design meetings, reviewing subcontractor drawings, and engaging in monthly training sessions. Competitive hourly pay is offered with potential for a discretionary bonus and future full-time opportunities.