MEP Design Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Iconica | Architecture - Construction - Engineering; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Iconica seeks a MEP Design Engineer Intern to join our team for Summer 2027. You will work with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing engineers, gaining hands-on experience in design and coordination of building systems across diverse projects.

Qualified students are enrolled in Arch/EE/ME programs, with prior design-build or construction internship preferred; familiarity with Revit/BIM360 is a plus, and leadership in student activities is valued. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering program.
• Previous internship experience in design-build or construction (preferred).
• Familiarity with Revit or BIM360 (preferred).
• Leadership experience in student organizations or extracurriculars.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Initiative, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and code compliance calculations.
• Assist with developing schematic designs, design development drawings, and construction documents.
• Prepare technical specifications.
• Assist with design coordination between disciplines and architects.
• Participate in site inspections to observe field construction progress and gain exposure to how designs are implemented in the field.
• Review and evaluate shop drawings.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team collaboration

Initiative & eagerness to learn

Strong communication

Education

Enrollment in Arch/EE/ME program

Tools

Revit

BIM360

Job description

Iconica is seeking a MEP Design Engineer Intern to join our team in Summer 2027!

At Iconica, we take a collaborative approach to design and construction, bringing architecture, engineering, and construction together under one roof. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where people can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful projects. As a full-service firm, we prioritize strong relationships, thoughtful solutions, and successful outcomes—for both our clients and our team.

As a MEP Design Engineer Intern, you’ll work alongside our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in the design and coordination of building systems across a variety of projects. Throughout your internship, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Perform design and code compliance calculations.
• Assist with developing schematic designs, design development drawings, and construction documents.
• Prepare technical specifications.
• Assist with design coordination between disciplines and architects.
• Participate in site inspections to observe field construction progress and gain exposure to how designs are implemented in the field.
• Review and evaluate shop drawings.

Qualified candidates will have the following:

• Enrollment in an Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering program.
• Previous internship experience in design-build or construction (preferred).
• Familiarity with Revit or BIM360 (preferred).
• Leadership experience in student organizations or extracurriculars.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Initiative, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Why Iconica?

Iconica has been recognized as aMadison Top Workplacefor five consecutive years (2022–2026) by the Wisconsin State Journal. We're proud of the culture we've built and the people who make it possible.