About the role#
Joining our team as a Mechanical Engineering Intern offers an opportunity to gain practical experience, expand your skills, and make meaningful contributions to projects. We provide a supportive environment where interns can develop their talents and learn from industry experts.
What you'll do#
- Gain practical experience in mechanical engineering.
- Expand your technical skills.
- Make meaningful contributions to impactful projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Genuine interest in the AEC industry.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work tasks.
- Willingness to perform duties onsite or at project locations as required.
- Experience in CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit and familiarity with engineering analysis tools is helpful.
- Prior internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry is a plus but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Lafayette, Louisiana.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Travel: 10% or less.
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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