Mechanical Engineering Intern

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: An intern supports the assigned design department by assisting with a variety of tasks, including special project assignments and active participation in project design and documentation, to gain practical experience and support their educational development. The intern will be a member of our growing Facilities MEP Engineering practice in the Hunt Valley, MD office. The intern will be asked to work closely with engineering employees to carry out an array of assigned tasks. The tasks will range from data entry, making changes to existing engineering drawings to design of engineering projects in addition to documentation and field support of Commissioning activities. Other duties include, but are not limited to, assembling data and assisting with problem-solving requiring basic theories and engineering fundamentals; utilizing computer programs to solve engineering problems; assisting with layout and design of engineering projects of various sizes and complexity, specification development or preparation, technical evaluation of equipment and material, and maintaining accurate and current project documentation.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Compensation for this position is $22.00-$27.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist senior or lead (architects, engineers, interior designers, project managers) with design tasks, including research, engineering studies, and layout support

• Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases

• Support the creation of presentation and marketing materials

• Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings

• Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed

• Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices

• Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience

• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members

• Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and other multidisciplinary team members

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Familiarity in using standard Microsoft Office for document creation and email communication

• Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials

• Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity

• Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups

• Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors

• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others

Required Experience

• Full-time student; equivalency of a Junior or Senior status currently pursuing an ABET accredited undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering

Preferred Experience

• Coursework in a related field

• Previous internship or relevant work experience

• Familiarity with design and production software, with the ability to use these tools to develop project documents and collaborate with project team members

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Caregiver Leave Program

• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Career Development Programs

• And more…

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law .