Intern - Project Engineer
About the role
Our Internship and New College Graduate program is designed for students seeking a truly immersive and hands-on experience. At Southland, we view every student as a potential hire and ensure each intern, co-op student, and new college graduate is set up for success to accomplish short and long-term career goals. This program exposes you to exciting projects and potential career paths with one of the country’s largest MEP building systems firms.
Alternate locations include Duluth, VA, Boydton, VA, and Laurel, MD.
Responsibilities
- Support field labor and provide labor feedback
- Equipment and subcontractor procurement
- Document control
- Design, trade, and subcontractor coordination
- Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes and impacts
- Assist in the development of project schedules
- Read mechanical and plumbing drawings to identify work installed and track labor feedback accurately
- Prepare an equipment delivery log and track status of orders
- Communicate effectively with engineers, vendors, and suppliers to procure, manage, and update the submittal process
- Communicate with field foremen to write and track Requests for Information (RFI) both internally and externally
Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:
- Mechanical, Architectural, or Electrical Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Safety Sciences
- Other areas of interest – Building Automation, Energy Management
- Interest in technical courses such as fluids, heat transfer, CM scheduling, finance, etc.
- Strong work ethic and initiative to get the job done
- Strong communication skills and ability to be resourceful and resilient
- Able to solve problems with limited support
- Quick learner who seeks answers independently
- Positive attitude during adverse or non-ideal situations
- Exercises accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
- Goal-oriented with a collaborative spirit and a "We vs. Me" attitude
- Strong active listening skills
- Competent in general business writing and public speaking
Skills
- Basic knowledge of HVAC design (types of equipment, system operations such as variable air, constant volume, refrigeration cycle) is desired but not required
- Ability to read mechanical and plumbing drawings
- Effective communication with engineers, vendors, suppliers, and field foremen
Benefits
Internship/Co-op Program Benefits
- Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role
- Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
- Socially distant group activities and team events
- Paid housing (some locations)
- Paid internship/co-op
- Potential full-time employment opportunities
Full-time Employee Benefits
- 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
- Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
- Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
- Disability income protection insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
- Training, professional development opportunities, and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
- Wellness benefits
Pay
For Maryland-based internship roles, the pay rate is set at $26.00 per hour.
About Southland Industries
As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. We offer a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will require a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). Southland Industries does not currently offer sponsorship for employment.