Mechanical Engineer Intern/Co-op Summer 2026
About The Position
CMTA offers a robust co-op program for college students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Architectural Engineering. This program provides an opportunity for students to immerse themselves for one or more semesters in the consulting engineering world. Co-ops build industry-competitive skills in a hands-on environment, working on a team and being trained by Professional Engineers in AutoCAD and Revit. The skills learned allow them to create real construction drawings for real CMTA projects. This position is a full-time (40 hrs./week), onsite position with competitive hourly pay and eligible for overtime pay. The hope is that hired co-op students will complete multiple rotations with CMTA, with possible consideration for full-time employment upon graduation. This position provides a unique opportunity for hands-on training in mechanical/HVAC/Energy design. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work well with a team, and independently. Our engineers will teach the student co-op how we design and implement mechanical systems/infrastructure and implement energy-efficient measures in our building projects. This is a great opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complex MEP projects, and become an important part of our design team.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
- Preferably a sophomore (2nd year), or junior (3rd year)
- Strong interest in Building Systems Mechanical Engineering
- AutoCAD and REVIT experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to work both independently and with a team
- Ability to work full time in Indianapolis, IN office throughout the co-op term
- Ability to travel locally for job site inspections, field work, etc.
- No sponsorship available for this position.
Responsibilities
- Produce detailed layout and equipment details of HVAC systems
- Produce one-line diagrams/schematics
- Assist the design team in the process of assembling organized sets of drawings
- May assist in the data collection and/or field verification
- Work in conjunction with designers and engineers to help develop all aspects of a project
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay rate
- Eligible for overtime pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
