Infrastructure Engineering & Projects Intern

Etched • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Etched is seeking interns to support the design and buildout of its labs and data centers. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers and project leads, gaining hands-on experience with facility systems, construction projects, and engineering documentation. Assignments will focus on project engineering, project coordination, or CAD drafting based on the intern’s skills and interests; experience across all three areas is not required. The team works fully in person in San Jose at Santana Row.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree or technical training in mechanical, electrical, civil, or architectural engineering; construction management; engineering technology; CAD drafting; or a related field.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Clear communication skills and willingness to ask questions.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and an interest in hands-on work with physical infrastructure.
• Comfort working on-site in lab and construction environments.
• CAD experience is required for drafting-focused assignments; candidates interested in those assignments should be prepared to share drawing samples.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or Excel.
• Exposure to construction projects, facilities work, or mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience maintaining technical drawings, project trackers, or engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project schedules, action items, equipment lists, and procurement trackers.
• Create and update CAD layouts and engineering drawings under supervision.
• Support site walks, field measurements, photo documentation, and installation tracking.
• Organize drawings, submittals, meeting notes, and project turnover documents.
• Assist engineers with basic calculations, equipment research, and commissioning documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, project leads, and contractors to keep project information accurate and current.

Benefits

• Housing subsidy of $1,250 per month for those living within walking distance of the office.
• Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more.
• Daily lunch and dinner in the office.
• Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed