About the role#
This is a paid, hourly internship focused on Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) for mission critical and data center projects. You will work alongside experienced professionals to build technical skills and see how virtual models support construction coordination, fabrication, and field execution. The program includes structured onboarding and mentorship to guide your professional development.
What you'll do#
- Work on active projects alongside experienced VDC professionals.
- Build hands-on experience with Revit modeling and production.
- Learn how models are used for construction coordination, fabrication, and field execution.
- Gain exposure to industry-standard VDC software and workflows beyond Revit.
- Participate in structured onboarding and mentorship.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or recent graduation in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), Architectural Engineering, Construction Technology, BIM/VDC, or related building systems disciplines.
- Completion of at least one Revit course or class.
- Ability to work full time, Monday-Friday, for the first 6 weeks of the internship.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, in-office internship.
- Schedule: The program lasts 6 months. You must be available full time for the first 6 weeks. The remaining time offers a flexible schedule of 16 to 36 hours per week based on your availability and school schedule.
About Strategic Mission Critical
Strategic Mission Critical is an engineering services firm based in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 2021, the company focuses on MEP and FP engineering for data centers. It employs 165 people across offices in Arizona and New York. The firm serves data center providers with specialized engineering solutions.
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