About the role#
Buro Happold is looking for a Mechanical Intern to join the team for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid position based in Chicago. You will work on building services projects, focusing on HVAC design and sustainable engineering solutions while collaborating with senior engineers and architects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with detailed HVAC engineering design and calculations.
- Prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports.
- Use new technologies to improve project performance and sustainability.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams, including architects and other engineers.
- Maintain high standards for all service and project work.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering. Students in Civil, Environmental, or Sanitary Engineering are also encouraged to apply.
- Completed coursework in areas such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, or mechanical/HVAC design.
- Ability to explain technical ideas clearly.
- A strong interest in the built environment.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to a team.
- Previous engineering-related internship experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with BIM software like Revit and AutoCAD is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Chicago, Illinois.
- The position offers a hybrid work model.
- This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Buro Happold
Buro Happold is an international consultancy of engineers, designers, and advisers. Founded in 1976, the firm operates as a partnership from its headquarters in Bath, England. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company provides services across infrastructure, sustainability, and structural engineering for projects globally.
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