About the role#
This is a part-time, paid Mechanical Engineering internship for the Fall 2026 term. You will work on-site in Merritt Island, Florida. This position requires an average of 20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Draft designs using AutoCAD or Revit.
- Review and create drawing markups using PDF editing tools.
- Review HVAC and plumbing calculations.
- Review applicable international and local codes and standards.
- Develop cost estimates.
- Assist with generating job specifications and writing reports.
- Evaluate existing facility systems and equipment.
- Prepare technical documentation through 2D and 3D drawing production.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering program at a four-year ABET university.
- Targeted graduation date within one year is preferred.
- Reliable transportation and a valid, unrestricted driver license.
- Verification of US Citizenship upon hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Merritt Island, Florida.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Schedule: Part-time, maximum 20 hours per week on average.
- Compensation: $22.00 per hour.
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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