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Syska Hennessy Group

Mechanical Engineer Summer Intern

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In-Office
San Francisco, CA, USA
26-28 Annually
Internship
In-Office
San Francisco, CA, USA
26-28 Annually
Internship
Supports mechanical engineering teams with design documentation, AutoCAD and Revit drawings, design calculations, and sizing of building mechanical systems. Participates in field investigations, construction site visits, and intern education sessions. The role is intended for a mechanical engineering student who has completed at least two years of a bachelor's degree and wants hands-on experience in MEP engineering.
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Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. We currently have an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Summer Intern.

Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting for a positive learning experience as an intern. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation, to our flexible work schedules and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding internship.

Internship Responsibilities:

As an intern, you will support our engineering teams working towards our designs that are inspiring, demanding and highly collaborative.  You will learn from others, and they will expect to learn from you. You will share in the responsibility, rewards, and recognition of producing truly innovative solutions and complete client satisfaction. The pace is fast, and the camaraderie is close.

Some responsibilities include: 

  • Assist engineers in preparing design documentation
  • Prepare AutoCAD and Revit drawings of Mechanical systems
  • Assist engineers with design calculations and sizing building Mechanical systems
  • Assist engineers with field investigations and construction site visits to observe
  • Attend intern education program lunch-and-learn sessions

Internship Requirements:

The ideal candidate will enjoy a team environment and also flexible enough to work independently where needed. Candidates for this role will be eager to expand their knowledge by challenging themselves and using the highly technical resources around them.

Additional job requirements:

  • Pursing a bachelor’s Degree from accredited university in Mechanical engineering
  • Must be at a minimum, completed your second year
  • Previous engineering internship or co-op experience a plus
  • Knowledge in the latest version of MEP AutoCAD and REVIT is a plus
  • Basic knowledge in design and calculation software; MS Office Suite

Benefits:

Join us this summer to prepare for your career as an Engineer through our Intern Education Program. This program consists of lunch- and- learn sessions covering various aspects of our business while gaining “hands-on” experience working with our engineers and visiting project sites. Once you graduate, jump start your career by joining Syska Hennessy Group and our EDT program.

About the EDT Program

Our Company is committed to developing engineers into respected technical experts and versatile business leaders. In keeping with that aim, interns that are hired for full time employment upon graduation can take advantage of our Engineering Development Training (EDT) program; an accelerated, but thorough training curriculum. This curriculum will teach not only the technical aspects of our profession, but industry specific business aspects as well. Our senior engineers will work closely with each participant to foster a strong mentor/apprentice relationship.  EIT/FE required.

As a member of our highly collaborative team, we also provide our full-time employees with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:

  • Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
  • 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
  • Training and professional development courses
  • Professional development incentive bonuses
  • Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
  • Transit/parking employer stipend
  • ½ day work from home Fridays all year long

At Syska, we have cultivated a community that supports learning and provides guidance for professional development and further our culture of excellence. We promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership for their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. We rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here for our success! Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.

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The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting.  Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, skillsets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.


California Pay range
$26$28 USD

Syska Hennessy Group Palo Alto, California, USA Office

3000 El Camino Real Building 4, Suite #200, Palo Alto, United States, 94306

Syska Hennessy Group San Francisco, California, USA Office

425 California Street, Suite #400, San Francisco, United States, 94104

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