Mechanical Intern

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP. 

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Mechanical Intern!

Your work environment at EXP

We are seeking a Mechanical Intern to join our office in Chicago, to have the opportunity to work on Mission Critical, Aviation, Transit and Commercial building projects.  

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Work with engineers to achieve project results timely and accurately.
• Generate CAD drawings using AUTOCAD.
• Utilize HVAC load calculation software to achieve meaningful results.
• Efficiently research codes, references, standards to assist engineers.
• Generate handwritten calculations and other hand done engineering task assignments.

What your experience looks like

• At Least Sophomore status in an accredited Bachelor’s Degree Program in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Fluent in engineering problem solving.
• Can communicate ideas and concepts well.
• Has interest in the HVAC consulting industry.
• Comfortable and fluent in basic computer skills including Word and Excel.
• Is a self-starter and results oriented.
• Organized on a daily basis.
• Personable in working with colleagues.
• A level of understanding and experience in CAD/3-D skills.

The hourly range for this role is $21 to $25. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. 

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.