Piping Engineering Intern - FY2027

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,160,000 - 84,034,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an intern to contribute to Process / Building Mechanical Piping Design and Plumbing / Materials Engineering on the Life Sciences team in Cincinnati, OH. You’ll apply your classroom knowledge to real projects and gain hands-on design experience.

Work with Professional Engineers and Design Leads, perform design calculations, and coordinate with other trades. The program emphasizes development, ownership of quality, and readiness for professional practice.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Desire to design building mechanical systems, including Process & Mechanical Piping, for buildings and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide system design calculations and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades.
• Work under the guidance of Professional Engineers and Design Leads.
• Progress from basic design work to more complicated projects with a technical team.
• Take ownership of completeness, accuracy and timeliness of assigned work.

Skills

Internship experience

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

3D CAD

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We’re seeking an intern with an interest in Process / Building Mechanical Piping Design and Plumbing / Materials Engineering to join our Life Sciences team Cincinnati, OH. You’ll have the opportunity to use your theoretical knowledge and apply it to solving today’s challenges.

As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide by providing a range of engineering services.

You’ll be responsible for providing system design calculations and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades (architectural and engineering) under the guidance of Professional Engineers and Design Leads. You’ll use your skills and experience to help deliver and complete challenging and engaging projects.

You’ll also take ownership of the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of the work assigned to you by demonstrating the ability to progress from basic design work assignments to more complicated and involved projects working in conjunction with a technical team.

If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you.

Here’s what you'll need

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a closely relatedengineering discipline
• Desire to design building mechanical systems, including Process & Mechanical Piping, for buildings and facilities

Ideally You'll Also Have:

• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Working knowledge in Revit, 3D CADD
• Previous internship experience with a design firm or similar setting
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $47,300.00 to $61,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.