About the role#
Salas O'Brien is hiring an Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in South Carolina. You will work alongside our engineering team to support project delivery and office operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers with drafting tasks.
- Perform general office and clerical work.
- Conduct field work to document existing site conditions.
- Process correspondence with efficiency and confidentiality.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architectural Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Revit, and relevant mechanical or electrical support software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Capability to provide excellent customer service.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to drive to various project sites.
- Availability to work more than 40 hours per week when necessary to meet project deadlines.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Locations: Mount Pleasant and Charleston, South Carolina.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm. Based in Irvine, California, the company employs over 2,300 people. It provides services across architecture, structural engineering, and energy efficiency. The firm works on projects related to sustainability and decarbonization.
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