About the role#
Vanderweil Engineers is hiring an Engineering Intern for our Boston headquarters in the Seaport District. This is a full-time, paid position open to students in their Junior or Senior year of college. We are looking for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering majors to support our work on commercial, government, healthcare, and scientific buildings.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the design and layout of ductwork and mechanical equipment like motors, fans, and pumps.
- Collaborate with engineers on various building projects.
- Use Revit for 3D design work and Navisworks to perform interference checks.
- Complete mathematical calculations and research equipment specifications.
- Manage project files, documents, and engineering materials.
- Perform data entry and basic calculations in spreadsheets.
- Visit client sites to attend meetings, punch lists, or project walk-throughs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior in a university engineering program.
- Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Capability to organize project information and manage documents effectively.
- Comfort working with spreadsheets for data entry and calculations.
- Familiarity with LEED and sustainable practices is helpful.
- Experience with Revit or AutoCAD is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Work is on-site.
- This is a full-time, paid internship with rolling start dates.
About Vanderweil Engineers
Vanderweil Engineers is an engineering firm specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology systems. Founded in 1950, the company provides design services for diverse building types and large-scale power infrastructure like transmission lines and substations. It operates as an independently owned partnership with offices across the United States. The firm employs over 500 people and maintains a focus on sustainability through LEED certification and energy modeling.
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