Mechanical Engineering Intern - Aviation & Federal (Chesapeake/Roanoke)

About the role

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard design of engineering systems
• Correct and update designs
• Assist lead engineers with various project duties
• Support program management, master planning, facility design commissioning, and operational systems design for commercial aviation and Federal & Military projects
• Work on buildings, infrastructure, hangars, passenger terminals, fueling & ramp services, runways, and aviation support facilities

Qualifications

• Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred)
• Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred
• Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) retirement program (subject to plan eligibility requirements)
• Sick leave accrued based on actual hours worked
• For more information, see the Benefits & Wellness page

Schedule

Full-time; travel required approximately 5% of the time.