About the role#
Batchelor & Kimball, Inc. is hiring a Mechanical Intern for our Birmingham, Alabama office. This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship with a rolling term. You will work alongside senior engineering staff to support our mechanical contracting projects, gaining experience in both office-based design and field-based construction operations.
What you'll do#
Your work will span two primary areas: preconstruction and project management operations.
- Assist with preconstruction tasks including takeoffs, estimate reviews, and job-site walk-throughs.
- Support the preparation of estimates and proposals.
- Manage submittal and RFI processing.
- Attend project meetings to track action items and notes.
- Assist with vendor and subcontractor management.
- Perform regular field visits to interface with foremen and conduct inspections for schedule, quality, and safety.
- Compile project closeout documents.
- Handle engineering responsibilities such as design, field observation, and document production using AutoCAD or Revit.
- Prepare and deliver an end of assignment presentation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an engineering degree program at an accredited US college or university with a focus on Mechanical Engineering.
- Interest in working within the MEP field.
- Intermediate experience with Access and Excel.
- Strong skills in statistical analysis, research, and communication.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
- A creative and dedicated approach to achieving results.
Location & details#
This position is located in Birmingham, Alabama. It is an on-site role and does not offer relocation assistance.
About Batchelor & Kimball, Inc.
Batchelor and Kimball is a mechanical engineering and plumbing contractor based in Conyers, Georgia. Founded in 1982, the company specializes in HVAC and plumbing infrastructure for healthcare settings, research labs, and industrial facilities. It maintains a 90,000 square-foot prefabrication facility and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The firm also provides ongoing maintenance and automation services for the facilities it constructs.
How to get in at Batchelor & Kimball, Inc.
Securing an internship at Batchelor and Kimball requires speed, as the most competitive roles are often filled before they gain traction on public job boards. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, allowing you to apply among the first candidates before the pile grows. Applying early ensures your resume is seen while recruiters are still actively reviewing the initial pool of applicants. You can reach out to recruiters directly to ask about the role or a potential referral once you have identified them through Intern Insider. Connecting with the right person often improves response rates compared to submitting an application into a general queue. This approach helps you stand out by showing genuine interest in the company and its specific mechanical engineering projects.
