Mechanical Engineering Intern

DLR Group • Des Moines, IA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. Our Engineering team has an opening for a Mechanical Engineering intern. This is a seasonal position for Summer 2026 and will require approximately 40 hours of work per week in the office. We have multiple positions and locations available. Please refer to all openings posted and apply to the locations that are most suitable to your living situation during the course of your internship. Position Summary: As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at DLR Group you will be responsible for assisting in the design process of mechanical systems from schematics through construction administration on a wide range of building types. As part of our integrated design teams you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. About EPX at DLR Group: As an intern at DLR Group, you will be a part of our Emerging Professional Experience Program. The EPX program provides diverse perspectives on the needs of a design enterprise, and the possibilities for experiences and growth within the design profession. The goal is to provide a strong foundation to build your career on and explore opportunities within the AEC industry. The program is composed of three major components: mentorship, work, and weekly classes. These classes include EP-specific onboarding, design culture, marketing and business development, sustainability, design technology, communication style education, mentoring, resource and project management, construction site opportunities, research, equity, design agency, and career next steps. You will hear from some of our top executives and integrated designers during this time!

Requirements

• Enrollment in an ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering program
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Interest in architectural building design
• Experience or interest with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit MEP) workflow
• At least a third-year student in an accredited engineering program

Responsibilities

• Work with a licensed engineer designing mechanical systems for new construction and/or building renovation projects
• Attend design team meetings with a mechanical engineer and observe the coordination that occurs among the team members of a multi-disciplinary design team
• Assist a mechanical engineer with the design and development of construction documents primarily using Revit
• Visit an active construction site (contingent on the status of local construction projects)
• Develop HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs from concept through completion

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees