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Mechanical Engineering Intern

CompanyMichael Baker International
LocationSan Diego
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist engineering staff with the design of HVAC and plumbing systems, including the preparation of construction plans using Revit. Support the team through design calculations, data collection, and the creation of written and graphic reports.
Internship Type
part time
Salary Range
$20 - $25
Company Size
205
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
RBF Consulting, a Company of Michael Baker International, LLC, is one of the Nation's leading civil engineering, design, planning, surveying and construction management firms serving public and governmental agencies and private organizations. Michael Baker Corporation (Baker) was founded in 1940 by Michael Baker Jr., attaining recognition as a premiere engineering design and survey firm through superior project performance for the U.S. military, preceding World War II. Today, Baker (http://www.mbakercorp.com) provides professional services to clients worldwide, creating value by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment. Headquartered near Pittsburgh, PA, Baker currently has a team of over 3,000 experts with over 100 offices domestically and internationally, and is publicly traded on the NYSE Amex exchange under the symbol, BKR. Services: architecture, aviation, defense, environmental, GIT, planning, homeland security, municipal & civil, pipelines & utilities, oil & gas, rail & transit, transportation, telecommunications, water & wastewater, sustainable design, energy, surface & stormwater quality, downtown revitalization, public outreach & education, Environmental Planning & Regulatory, LEED, land development, urban design, GIS, landscape architecture, CCTV pipeline inspection, traffic engineering, public works, public relations, biological services, conference planning, training, graphic design, multimedia and media arts.
About the Role

MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL and PLUMBING

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) designs are the lifeblood of a building. Michael Baker designs high-performing systems for complex facilities using innovative strategies to reduce energy usage and operating costs. Our team includes experts in central utility plants, chilled water systems, fluid piping systems, medium voltage systems (up to 38kV), distributed generation, combined heat and power (CHP) and alternate energy solutions (Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage System).

We bring decades of experience working with users to deliver optimized system designs. We specialize in energy analysis and modeling for airports, transit centers, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, military training centers and maintenance facilities.  We specialize in highly granular modeling of critical systems, such as data centers and central utility plants.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support our San Diego, CA office. For interns working during the academic school year, you will be working a minimum of 20 hours per week. As part of our mechanical design team, interns will assist engineering staff in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing systems design duties, including:

  • Support the preparation of construction plans using Revit 3D modeling software. 
  • Prepare design calculations under direction of engineering staff.
  • Assist in the preparation of project pursuit materials. 
  • Support in the preparation of written and graphic reports. 
  • Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation.
What You Need to Succeed:

DESIRED SKILLS

  • Highly motivated and capable of working effectively in a team environment.
  • 3D modeling experience.
  • Excellent English language and communication skills, written and verbal, are essential to succeed in this role.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF manipulation software (Bluebeam) is preferred.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years completed coursework in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum GPA 3.0.
  • Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Key Skills
Revit 3D ModelingHVAC DesignPlumbing Systems DesignDesign CalculationsMicrosoft OfficeBluebeamEnglish CommunicationData Collection
Categories
EngineeringConstructionEnergyConsulting