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Mechanical Engineering Intern - MEP

CompanyKimley-Horn
LocationIrvine
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will utilize technical software to analyze, produce, and quality check deliverables for clients while solving complex problems and collaborating across disciplines. They will perform general mechanical engineering tasks, specifically supporting the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team with large-scale HVAC design for projects like airports and universities.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$31 - $33
Company Size
9778
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms. With nearly 10,000 staff members in more than 150 offices across the U.S., we offer full services in a wide range of disciplines. Clients know us for the creativity of our solutions and the sense of urgency we bring to each and every project. We take a clients’-eye view of our work, planning and designing to accomplish the client’s goals in the most effective manner. A quality workplace is equally important to us, and the unique benefits we bring to our staff have been recognized by Fortune magazine (“100 Best Companies to Work For” and "100 Best Workplaces for Millennials"​) and Civil Engineering News (#1 “Best Civil Engineering Companies to Work For”).
About the Role

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for Mechanical Engineering students to join our Irvine, California (CA) office! This is not a remote position. 

Responsibilities

  • Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
  • Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
  • Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
  • Perform general mechanical engineering tasks supporting various project managers as required.
  • Support our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team specifically working on large scale HVAC design.
  • Project type will vary but may include Airports, Facilities, Universities, and more.

Qualifications

  • In the process of receiving an ABET accredited Mechanical Engineering Degree (Bachelors or Masters).

Hourly Range

$31 - $33

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Skills
Technical Software ProgramsAnalysisQuality ControlProblem SolvingCollaborationHVAC DesignMechanical Engineering
Categories
EngineeringConstructionConsulting