Mechanical Engineering Intern

About Stratus

Stratus ® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus ® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus ® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

Job Summary

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will support engineers and designers working on HVAC, plumbing, process, fuels and other mechanical systems for building and infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on exposure to mechanical design principles, load calculations, technical software, energy efficiency, multidisciplinary coordination, and project delivery while contributing to active assignments with guidance from experienced professionals.

What You’ll Do

- Assist with mechanical drawings, calculations, equipment research, reports, and other project documentation.

- Support the design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, process, and related mechanical systems.

- Participate in project meetings, site visits, field observations, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

What You’ll Learn

- How mechanical engineering principles, design tools, codes, and technical standards are applied to real projects.

- How system loads, equipment selections, layouts, specifications, and project deliverables are developed.

- How mechanical systems are coordinated with architectural, structural, electrical, and other project disciplines.

Qualifications

Required

- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

- Completion of relevant engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, HVAC, or technical coursework.

- Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles.

- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

- Internship, co-op, or project experience related to mechanical or building systems design.

- Familiarity with load calculation, energy modeling, or equipment selection software.

- Involvement in ASHRAE, ASME, or related professional organizations.

Why you’ll love Stratus

- A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success

- Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize

- Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing available for future full-time team members

- Defined cohort experience designed to provide you with experience, exposure and opporutnities to begin a long-term career pathway in one of the top engineering firms in the country

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Strat