Piping Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking engineering interns to join our Life Sciences North America team in various locations, including Cincinnati, OH. You’ll work on process and building mechanical piping design, and materials engineering to apply theory to real-world challenges.

You’ll perform design calculations, coordinate with other trades under Professional Engineers and Design Leads, and progress to more complex projects while ensuring timely, accurate deliverables.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in BS Mechanical or Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Authorization to work in US without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide system design calculations for mechanical piping and building systems.
• Coordinate with other trades under guidance of engineers.
• Progress from basic to more complex design tasks within a team.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of assigned work.

Skills

Communication across management levels

Time management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

3D CADD

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 engineering interns with an interest in Process / Building Mechanical Piping Design and Plumbing / Materials Engineering to join our Life Sciences North America team in various locations. 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

• 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
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

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 $60,000.00; 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.

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.