About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will join our integrated design team in Orlando. You will contribute to the design of mechanical systems for a variety of building types and sizes. This is a paid, full-time position within our Emerging Professional Experience program. You will work alongside mechanical engineers and other design professionals to gain hands-on experience through the full project lifecycle.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with a licensed engineer to design mechanical systems for new construction and building renovations.
- Attend design team meetings to observe coordination across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Assist in the design and development of construction documents, primarily using Revit.
- Develop HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs from initial concept through completion.
- Visit active construction sites to see design work in practice.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least one year at an ABET-accredited Mechanical or Architectural Engineering program.
- Experience or interest in BIM workflows, specifically Autodesk Revit MEP.
- Preferred: Status as a third-year student in an accredited engineering program.
- Preferred: A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- Preferred: An interest in architectural building design.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 18 through August 6).
- Modality: This is an on-site 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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