Engineer Intern - Electrical (Spring 2026)

dbHMS•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Do more than just build! At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client’s vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Engineer Intern . This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects while working closely with clients, client reps, architects, and MEP engineers in creating designs for all kind of spaces. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. The remainder of the duties will be performed in a combination of office environment and construction/field environment which will involve trips to projects sites. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and frequently is required to walk. The work typically requires the use hands to type, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and perform work in the field. When in the field the employee must be able to climb stairs and endure typical construction site conditions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Position Overview Engineering Intern’s provide assistance in the design of engineering systems for building renovations and new construction projects. These include the design of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Technology systems. The position is temporary, having a start and end date in the offer. Upon completion of the internship, the position may be reevaluated.

Requirements

Minimum Education: Enrolled in 4-year Engineering program or be a graduate from a 4-Year Engineering Program with less than one year of experience (Mechanical, Electrical, and Architectural Engineering preferred).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Motivated self-starter and fast learner
Able to collaborate in team environment

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate Revit™ BIM software

Responsibilities

Assist Senior Engineers with drafting, basic calculations, or other engineering tasks.
Collaborate with other engineers on assigned engineering tasks.
Model MEPFP systems and create construction documents in Revit.
Write engineering reports as directed by Senior Engineers.
Perform duties as assigned by the Supervisor.