Sustainable HVAC Engineering Intern, Summer 2027

Arup; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Arup in Washington, DC is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. You will design HVAC services for the built environment with a focus on sustainable design and collaborate with clients, architects and engineers to develop integrated building solutions.

You will perform engineering analyses and modelling—whole-building load calculations, energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modelling—and communicate findings through presentations, reports and workshops

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Architectural Engineering, or Building Sciences related degree.
• Coursework in heat transfer and thermodynamics, fluid dynamicsor HVAC design.
• Developing interest in the built environment.
• Proven leadership experience and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way.
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working.
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC services within the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable design.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop integrated solutions for complex buildings.
• Perform engineering analysis and modelling, including whole building load calculations and energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modelling.
• Communicate technical ideas to a broad range of audiences using various formats, including presentations and workshops.
• Write reports documenting calculation methods and results, design assumptions, and other technical information.
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment.
• Influence with design on sustainable outcome for our clients to align with Arup sustainability commitment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Presentation skills

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Architectural Engineering or Building Sciences

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Revit

CFD

3D modeling

Energy modeling

Job description

Arup in Washington, DC is offering a Mechanical Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. You will design HVAC services for the built environment with a focus on sustainable design and collaborate with clients, architects and engineers to develop integrated building solutions.

You will perform engineering analyses and modelling—whole-building load calculations, energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modelling—and communicate findings through presentations, reports and workshops