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Mechanical Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial

Part-time

Sargent & Lundy

Tampa, FLPart-time / Temporary$18–30/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$18–30/hr
Location
Tampa, FL
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Part-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Mechanical Engineer Intern will support project teams in Sargent & Lundy’s Energy & Industrial Group, assisting engineers with design and project execution across power, industrial, oil and gas, renewable, and carbon-capture facilities. Under senior engineers’ direction, the intern may contribute to system designs, calculations, drawings, technical specifications, procurement reviews, and project reporting. The role is intended for a student pursuing a relevant engineering degree.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical Systems Analysis, requiredThermodynamics, requiredFluid Dynamics, requiredHeat Transfer, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredPC Skills, requiredOrganization, requiredAttention to Detail, requiredIndependent Work, requiredIssue Prioritization, requiredProblem Solving, requiredDeadline Management, requiredMechanical Engineering Principles, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveEmerging Technologies, nice to haveArtificial Intelligence, nice to haveAutomation, nice to haveProgramming, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, requiredABET-Approved Engineering Degree, nice to haveGPA 3.0+, nice to havePrior Internship or Co-Op Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Responsibilities

  • As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team in our Energy & Industrial Group business unit and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the design of new or modifications and upgrades to systems and components in a variety of facilities:

  • New and / or existing Power Plants

  • Industrial Facilities

  • Oil & Gas upstream production

  • Gas transmission and distribution

  • Renewable projects

  • Carbon-capture projects

  • Working under the direction of senior engineers, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Mechanical Engineering in one or more of the following areas:

  • Assist in the development of system designs

  • Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations

  • Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings

  • Assist in the preparation of technical specifications, evaluation of bid packages, and review of vendor drawings associated with the procurement of major industrial energy equipment and related installation services.

  • Work on a variety of tasks associated with project reporting, such as tracking and evaluating project activities, project progress, and associated data.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineer, or similar (preferred graduation date by Winter 2027 or Spring 2028).

  • Strong academic background and coursework in mechanical systems analysis (thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer)

  • Good verbal and written communication skills along with strong PC skills are required.

  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.

  • Self-starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction.

  • Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions and meet deadlines.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.

  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

  • Prior, related internship or co-op experience.

  • An understanding of the practical application of mechanical engineering principles.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Accident Insurance

  • Disability Coverage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Back-Up Daycare

  • FSA & HSA

  • 401(k)

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account

  • Merit Scholarship Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program

  • Tuition Assistance

  • First Professional Licensure Bonus

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$18.00 - $30.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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CityTampa

StateFL

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestInternship

TypePart Time - Temporary

Job ID2026-28826

Business GroupEnergy & Industrial Group

DepartmentTechnical Response Team

How this job compares

Set against the 7,313 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18–30/hr
  • US median$45–57/hr376 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $24/hr, is 53% below the US median midpoint ($51/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 248 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Florida and 7,313 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Florida
Experience
Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (6,166 postings).
Education
4,993 of the 7,313 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (68%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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