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Mechanical Engineering Intern

CompanyPrimera Engineers
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 17, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
You will perform field surveys to document existing conditions and prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and materials lists. You will also communicate project activities with your team while being mentored by industry experts.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
371
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Primera Engineers is a mid-size, full-service, woman-owned (WBE) engineering design and consulting firm specializing in four areas of expertise: buildings, transportation, utilities, and business consulting. With more than 35 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, Primera’s core service offerings include a wide range of professional services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (M/E/P), structural, civil, and telecommunications engineering, as well as commissioning, energy, architecture, sustainability, life safety, lighting, transportation, natural gas, power delivery, project and construction management, and business consulting, including PMO and analytics services. We are committed to providing our clients with industry-leading expertise and a simultaneous-focus on a superior level of client service. We are always looking for passionate leaders and innovative professionals who are ready to jump in and help drive Primera’s growth into the next 35 years.
About the Role

Description

WHO WE ARE


We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of.


WORKING FOR PRIMERA


Our Buildings division is a talented team of experts working together to deliver buildings and systems that perform better. We provide full-service engineering and design services for both new and existing facilities. Ever focused on providing a first-class client experience, our 30-plus-year history includes projects for school, university, healthcare, government, aviation, laboratory, campus, and municipal facilities.
 

WHO YOU ARE

  • You’re studying mechanical engineering. You’re enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and have an interest in HVAC system design, analysis and engineering. Whether a pre-engineering freshman/sophomore or junior/senior and more advanced in your curriculum, you’re passionate about what you’re looking to learn in a real-world environment.
  • You’re an eager student looking to gain hands-on experience working in an office environment. You’re highly-motivated and looking to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom toward delivering unique solutions for real-world clients. Prior internship experience is a plus, but definitely not required.
  • You’re a people person. You’re friendly and have a sense of humor. Connecting with people is important. You’ll work side-by-side Primera’s team of power engineering experts.
  • You are proficient with business and engineering applications. Microsoft Office is a must while AutoCAD is a plus.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • You’ll apply what you’re learning. You’ll perform field surveys documenting existing conditions, and prepare calculations, drawings and materials lists, details and exhibits.
  • You’ll gain well-rounded experience. Working on all types of projects from our Chicago office, you’ll be mentored by experts in your field to enhance your current classroom curriculum. We learn by doing, so you’ll be given a good deal of responsibility and tasked with communicating project activities with your team.
  • You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, learn, grow and have a good time doing it.

SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY

  • Resume-building experience in a professional environment that can help you launch a successful engineering career
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.

Key Skills
Mechanical engineeringHVAC system designEngineering analysisField surveysCalculationsTechnical drawingsMaterials listsMicrosoft OfficeAutoCADCommunicationCollaboration
Categories
EngineeringConstruction
Benefits
Resume-building experienceInclusive environmentCollaborative environmentSocial activitiesWellness activitiesCommunity service activities