About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you will gain practical experience and expand your technical skills. You will contribute to projects while working alongside industry experts in a supportive environment.
What you'll do#
- Gain hands-on experience in mechanical engineering.
- Expand your professional skill set.
- Contribute to impactful projects.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- A genuine interest in the AEC industry.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and work tasks.
- Ability to perform duties on-site or at project locations as required.
- Experience with CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit and engineering analysis tools is a plus.
- Prior internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Irvine, California
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
- Sponsorship: Not available
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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