Mechanical Engineering Internship
About The Position
The Mechanical Engineering Group within Penn State's Office of the Physical Plant (OPP), Design and Engineering Services team, is seeking Architectural Engineering students with a mechanical systems focus for internship opportunities during Spring 2027 and Summer 2027. Design and Engineering Services is a full-service, in-house architectural engineering team that provides architectural, engineering, code compliance, and permitting services for University projects. The mechanical engineering group also provides technical support for the operation and maintenance of facilities across University Park and Penn State's Commonwealth Campuses. This internship is intended for students early in their careers who are seeking a first or second internship and want to build a foundation in engineering practice. Interns may work up to 20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters and are expected to work 40 hours per week during summer. The internship is located at University Park. Compensation is $16 per hour for undergraduate students and $17 per hour for graduate students. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2027. The position requires operating a motor vehicle as part of the job duties; a valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check are required, along with standard background checks.
Requirements
- Be an Architectural Engineering student with a mechanical systems focus.
- Provide a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.
- Hold a valid driver's license and successfully complete a motor vehicle records check.
- Successfully complete required background checks.
Responsibilities
- Create and update drawings using AutoCAD.
- Perform basic engineering calculations.
- Assist with equipment sizing and selection.
- Review and apply building codes and standards.
- Participate in design and construction meetings.
- Conduct field investigations and building inspections.
- Visit active project sites across campus.
- Assist with engineering standards development and improvement initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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