Mechanical Engineer Intern
Harris
Mechanical Engineer Intern
Harris
National mechanical contractor: design, build, service
Job Description:
Note: This internship is for Summer 2027
Your role as a Mechanical Design Intern
As a Mechanical Design Intern, you will apply knowledge gained through formal education to a professional work environment including applying conceptual engineering techniques to design various types of mechanical systems. Assist with envisioning, designing, and delivering innovative design solutions that meet customer needs and increase efficiency and cost effectiveness in construction and operation.
Gain on the job experience and knowledge of the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing design process
Get a realistic job preview and explore other career opportunities within the Design + Engineering team
Get exposure to other departments and learn how your role impacts the business as a whole
Translate concepts learned in the classroom to real world experiences
What we're looking for in you
Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, energy engineering, or related field.
Basic understanding of approaches and options for implementing low energy, high performance, resilient and sustainable design for mechanical systems
Proven math, accuracy and detail-orientation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to identify problems
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan
Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance
Pay Range:
$22.34 - $33.51The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Harris is a national mechanical contractor offering end-to-end building systems. It handles design and engineering, construction, controls, service, manufacturing, and conveyors for projects ranging from stadiums and power plants to hospitals and classrooms. Its work starts with designing and engineering the mechanical systems, then installing and integrating building controls, followed by ongoing service and maintenance. Harris differentiates itself through its national reach (21 locations across the U.S.), large workforce (over 3,000 employees), extensive experience (more than 70 years), and capability to manage projects end-to-end—from design and fabrication to installation and long-term service—across diverse sectors. The company’s goal is to deliver comprehensive, reliable mechanical systems across the country by combining local expertise with broad national capacity for projects of any size.
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