About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will gain practical experience and contribute to projects within Salas O'Brien. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside industry experts and develop your technical skills in a supportive environment.
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 and a desire to contribute to meaningful projects.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative team.
- Experience with CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit and familiarity with engineering analysis tools is helpful.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and a willingness to work onsite or at project locations as needed.
- Prior internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry is a plus, but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- 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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