Summer 2027 Mechanical Intern

TLC Engineering Solutions; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TLC Engineering Solutions in Oak Brook, IL, offers a summer internship for mechanical/architectural engineering students starting mid-May and lasting through early August. Interns work full-time (40 hours/week) with a hybrid schedule allowing up to 3 days remote and potential part-time return after summer.

Interns gain hands-on experience on real projects, supported by mentors, learning Revit drafting and HVAC/plumbing design, with opportunities to continue during school breaks depending on

Qualifications

• Pursuing an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• Desire to pursue a career in engineering consulting.
• Must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) May–August 2026.

Responsibilities

• Apply academic learnings to real projects from concept to construction completion.
• Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in Revit drafting and HVAC/plumbing design.

Skills

Team collaboration

Engineering mindset

Education

ABET accredited bachelor's in mechanical/architectural engineering

Tools

Revit

IES VE

Job description

How Do Summer Internships Work?

Interns start mid-May and work until early August and work full-time (40 hours per week). TLC provides flexible schedule options with various start times. Interns have the benefit of TLC’s hybrid schedule where they can work up to 3 days from home. There are opportunities for Interns to continue after the summer on a part-time basis dependent upon performance and school schedule.

Responsibilities

The Intern will work at applying academic education to assigned tasks on real projects of all sizes and types from concept to completion of construction. They are provided on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers to learn the basics of Revit drafting / modeling and mechanical design of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and plumbing systems.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing an ABET accredited bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering
• Desire to pursue a career in engineering consulting
• Ability to work full time (40 hours per week) from May through August 2026
• Computer software knowledge or ability to learn, as appropriate (Revit, IES VE, etc.)

Why Choose TLC?

TLC is consistently ranked among the largest multidiscipline firms in the country for the built environment. We have grown to more than 500 highly qualified professionals in 21 offices since our start in 1955! We know that our team is our success, and their growth this year has landed TLC as a Hot Firm. Even more importantly, TLC was named as one of the “Best Firms” based upon the feedback of our staff! We are JUST certified and consistently challenge ourselves to be the best we can be for our team and communities.

TLC is an Equal Opportunity, Aff…OE/M/F/IWD/V – Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. TLC participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age and other classifications covered under federal, state or local laws.