Mechanical Engineer Summer Intern

Syska Hennessy Group
Tampa, FL
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for mechanical engineering students who collaborate and contribute to high-impact projects, with a focus on technical software proficiency and willingness to engage in fieldwork in Tampa, FL.

Best fit for

  • Mechanical engineering students with a collaborative mindset and interest in hands-on design and construction work
    — “you will learn from others, and they will expect to learn from you”
  • Candidates who are comfortable with technical design software and seeking real-world project experience
    — “Knowledge of the latest version of MEP AutoCAD and REVIT is a plus”
  • Students who value mentorship and long-term career development through structured training programs
    — “senior engineers will work closely with each participant to foster a strong mentor/apprentice relationship”

Things to consider

  • This role requires a minimum of second-year standing in a Mechanical Engineering program
    — “Must be at a minimum, completed your second year”
  • Candidates should be prepared for field investigations and construction site visits as part of responsibilities
    — “Assist engineers with field investigations and construction site visits to observe”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to work in a team and independently, as both are valued here
    — “The ideal candidate will enjoy a team environment and also be flexible enough to work independently where needed”
  • Showcase your interest in professional development and long-term career growth with the company
    — “Once you graduate, jump-start your career by joining Syska Hennessy Group and our EDT program”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Supported engineering teams in design documentation
  • Prepared AutoCAD and Revit drawings
  • Assisted with design calculations and sizing
  • Participated in field investigations and construction site visits
Typical background
Pursuing a bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringPrevious engineering internship or co-op experience

Skills & requirements

Required

AutocadRevitDesign CalculationsField InvestigationsConstruction Site VisitsTeam CollaborationTechnical Resource Utilization

Preferred

Mechanical System SizingCommissioning Services

Stack & domain

AutocadRevitDesign CalculationsSizing Building Mechanical SystemsField InvestigationsConstruction Site VisitsLunch-and-learn SessionsMEP AutocadDesign And Calculation SoftwareMS Office SuiteTeamworkLeadershipProblem-solvingCommunicationAdaptabilityCritical ThinkingMEPInformation And Communication TechnologyArchitectural LightingVertical TransportationCommissioningEngineeringDesignConstruction

About the role

Original posting from Syska Hennessy Group via Greenhouse

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects worldwide 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 in achieving our inspiring, demanding, and highly collaborative designs. You will learn from others, and they will expect to learn from you. You will share 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 be 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:

Pursuing a bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Mechanical engineering

Must be at a minimum, completed your second year

Previous engineering internship or co-op experience a plus

Knowledge of 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 who 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 guides professional development, and furthers 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 of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. We rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and 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.

Syska Hennessy Group

 Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments

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.

Syska wide Pay Range$22—$24 USD

Source: Syska Hennessy Group careers (Greenhouse)

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