About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will join a project team to support our engineering staff. You will work on the design of new systems or upgrades to existing power plant and industrial facility components. This role involves working under the direction of senior engineers to apply your academic background to real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Track and evaluate project activities, progress, and associated data.
- Collaborate with team members to execute project work.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear, General, or Systems Engineering.
- Strong academic background in mechanical systems analysis, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, or heat transfer.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited engineering program is preferred.
- Prior internship or co-op experience is a plus.
- An understanding of the practical application of mechanical engineering principles is valued.
Location & details#
- Location: Wilmington, Delaware.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site.
- Note: We do not provide sponsorship for work authorization.
About Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is an architect engineering firm founded in 1891. Based in Chicago, the company employs over 4,600 people. It provides consulting, design, and construction management services for the power, energy, and industrial sectors. The firm focuses on projects related to grid modernization, nuclear power, and renewable energy.
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