Mechanical Engineer Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
Knight Piésold is seeking Mechanical Engineering Interns for Summer 2027. This internship offers the chance to apply academic knowledge and develop skills within a globally recognized consulting firm specializing in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower, and Water Resources. Interns will gain real-world experience on dynamic projects, receive mentorship, and utilize industry-standard software and practices. The role involves supporting mechanical engineering projects related to mining, water resources, and hydropower infrastructure, including assisting with design solutions, technical analyses, calculations, modeling (CFD, 3D layout), drawing development, report preparation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Students entering their junior year, senior year, or graduate studies are encouraged to apply.
- Strong interest in developing engineering and technical skills in a consulting environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and deliver quality work.
- Ability to use sound judgment and solve problems effectively.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks.
- Ability to travel to project and field locations as needed.
- Interest in learning/applying mechanical engineering fundamentals.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Civil 3D preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in applying mechanical engineering principles to develop safe, economical, and innovative design solutions.
- Assist with technical analyses, calculations, and modeling, including Newtonian and non-Newtonian pump/pipe systems, rheology evaluations, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and 3D layout modeling.
- Assist in the development of engineering drawings including plans and specifications based on calculations.
- Prepare technical reports, project documentation, and engineering deliverables.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project planning, design, and execution.
Benefits
- 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid time off (Sick, Holiday)
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Career Level
Intern
