Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
Come grow with us... At Murray Company, how we operate is defined by shared values that are 100 years in the making - Safety, Quality, Honesty, Hard Work and Pride of Ownership. These values have led to our company consistently being in the top 15% on ENRs Best Specialty Contractor’s list. Bring your enthusiasm and unique perspective to Murray Company where you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. Join a team that cares about helping you thrive and succeed. You'll work alongside talented colleagues while establishing lifelong friendships and making a difference in our company and the specialty contracting community. Position Summary Are you a current student looking to expand your knowledge and business acumen with practical hands-on experience and training opportunities? Start your career with a summer internship at Murray Company, - one of the nation’s Top 20 Mechanical Contractors and a leader in innovation and excellence. As an intern in our Operations group reporting to our talented project managers, you will work alongside our top-notch teams in our pre-construction, fabrication and field installation functions. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on Project Management experience in support of mechanical projects of various sizes and specialties (plumbing, HVAC, process piping, and industrial). Location : San Leandro and/or Santa Clara, CA, with anticipated travel to designated project sites in and around the greater Bay Area metropolitan area. Compensation : $27.00 per hour Internship Program Schedule & Hours Duration: 40 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks, beginning early June 2026. Typical working hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am - 4 pm (subject to change dependent on local project requirements). Program participants must be available to work within the required schedule for the duration of the internship.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university program and actively pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and interact effectively in a team environment.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week within the required schedule for the duration of the internship (typically 10 weeks).
Nice To Haves
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or other related programs.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating mechanical projects.
- Provide support for reviewing designs, drawings, and specifications.
- Assist with managing project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and reports.
- Participate in site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with specifications.
- Support the preparation of cost estimates and budgets.
- Aid in the implementation of quality control measures.
- Facilitate communication among project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
- Assist with safety protocol implementation and compliance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
