2026 Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineering (HVAC/Building Systems)

Ghafari Associates • Chicago, IL

111d • $20 - $25

About The Position

Ghafari Associates is seeking an engineering intern to work fully in-office in our Chicago, IL location for the period of May - August 2026. The Intern, under direction from the discipline Manager and/or project engineer, applies CAD/Revit skills and design knowledge in generating engineering design documents, digital models and databases.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline at an accredited university.
• Students should have completed at least (2) years of classes.
• Previous internship/co-op experience is a plus.
• Working proficiency in design software applications (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Capable of taking initiative; able to take direction.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Work closely with engineers during design phase of a project to understand scope of the project information to determine design data needs and guidelines for the project.
• Provide limited design on documents and detail design documents with input from engineers.
• Make corrections and produce final documents for engineers review.
• Check for integration of sections and coordination of disciplines.
• Work with engineers to resolve document coordination and production problems.
• Reproduce documents upon request.
• May produce drawings and digital design models in 3D software applications.
• Deploy team oriented problem solving.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays.
• Hourly pay rate of $20.00 to $25.00 based on relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree