Mechanical Design Intern - San Bernardino

Design West Engineering • San Bernardino, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Design West Engineering is seeking a motivated Mechanical Design Intern for its summer internship program in the San Bernardino office. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced engineers in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, contributing to challenging projects while developing engineering skills. The role includes supporting mechanical design and drafting, coordinating with project teams, assisting with heating, cooling, and energy calculations, and learning engineering analyses through observation and practice. The intern will also attend site visits to observe HVAC and plumbing installations.

Requirements

• Be actively pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree and have completed at least two years of coursework at an accredited institution.
• Possess a strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Possess strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanical engineers and project managers with assigned design and drafting tasks.
• Coordinate with team members and engineers on project development.
• Assist with heating and cooling load calculations and energy calculations for projects.
• Use AutoCAD and Revit to create construction documents.
• Learn specific engineering design analyses and studies through observation and practice.
• Attend site visits to observe new and existing HVAC and plumbing installations.

Benefits

• Fun and inclusive atmosphere with a people-first philosophy.
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options.
• Team-building budgets and compensated hours for extracurricular activities.
• Team-building opportunities through philanthropic community events.
• Quarterly supervisor check-ins on personal and professional development goals.
• Support toward certifications and licensing.
• Networking and ongoing education opportunities through conferences and industry organizations.
• Internal mentorship and mentorship through partnering organizations.
• Inter-office project collaboration on regional and national work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern