About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will join our integrated design team in Cleveland. You will work on mechanical systems for new construction and building renovation projects. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience by working alongside licensed engineers and other design professionals through the entire project lifecycle.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with a licensed engineer on mechanical system designs.
- Assist in the development of construction documents using Revit.
- Attend design team meetings to observe how multi-disciplinary teams coordinate.
- Develop HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs from concept to completion.
- Visit an active construction site.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least one year in an ABET-accredited Mechanical or Architectural Engineering program.
- Experience or interest in BIM workflows, specifically Autodesk Revit MEP.
- Interest in architectural building design.
- Preference is given to third-year students and those who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 18 through August 6).
- Modality: This is an on-site and hybrid position.
About DLR Group
DLR Group is an integrated design firm founded in 1966. It provides architecture, engineering, planning, and building optimization services for public and private sector clients. The firm operates 30 offices globally and maintains a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. It is 100 percent employee-owned.
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