About the role#
McClure Engineering offers a Mechanical Engineering Internship in St. Louis. You will work under the supervision of experienced engineers to learn the practical side of the industry. This position involves both office work and field inspections. You should be comfortable with physical tasks, as you may need to climb ladders, carry equipment, or move items over 50 pounds while on construction sites.
What you'll do#
- Perform energy, load, airflow, and pressure drop calculations.
- Size equipment and complete system designs and layouts.
- Work with mechanical and electrical drafters to produce construction documents.
- Research equipment options and select the right fit for client needs.
- Document your findings and present reports to the team.
- Visit project sites to verify existing conditions.
- Communicate with team members and project stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- You must have completed your junior year of a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering at an ABET accredited institution by the start of the internship.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
- You should be able to seek guidance from senior staff and apply what you learn to future tasks.
- Previous engineering internship or related experience is preferred.
- Leadership experience in university activities is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Louis, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available.
About McClure Engineering-St. Louis (MEP)
McClure Engineering is a mechanical and electrical consulting firm based in St. Louis. Founded in 1953, the company specializes in building and campus systems, including lighting, fire protection, and acoustics. It employs approximately 135 people. The firm focuses on energy systems engineering and has a history of developing diagnostic programs for building energy consumption.
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