Intern Design Engineer

Job Description: POSITION SUMMARYOur internship program is designed to introduce candidates to a career in the field of Design Engineering for the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist the design team in all aspects of our work. What you’ll do: Assist Senior Engineers in design tasks as required.Perform basic deliverables and products such as calculations, drawings, and specifications related to heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems under supervision of Senior Engineers.Perform basic calculations for a project, such as heating/cooling loads, equipment selection, and sizing, pipe and duct sizing, friction loss calculations, etc.Assist in coordinating all aspects of the project design with project management, architects, and other trades through the completion phase of a project.Perform and check CADD drafting work.Review applicable codes and criteria and examine field conditions as required to support design of project. What you’ll need to be successful: A strong work ethicInitiative and drive to get the job doneStrong communication skillsThe ability to be resourceful and resilientAble to solve problems with limited supportQuick learner, seeks answers on their ownPositive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situationsExercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)Goal OrientedCollaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitudeStrong active listening skillsCompetent general business writing and public speaking YOU MatterPEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGNAt Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.Our Internship and New College Graduate program is best designed for those students who seek 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 every new college graduate is truly set up for success to accomplish short and long term career goals. If a student program that exposes you to exciting projects and potential career paths with one of the country’s largest MEP building systems firms appeals to you and you're ready for the next big step in your career, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE , SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.Internship/Co-op Program Benefits: Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific roleOpportunity to work side by side with company leadersSocially distant group activities and team eventsPaid housing (some locations)Paid internship/Co-opPotential full-time employment opportunities Full-time Employee Benefits:As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family: 401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vestingAnnual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievementMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for EmployeeTerm Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life InsuranceDisability Income Protection InsurancePre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events LeaveNumerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For (California) this ranges from $22.00 - 25.00 hourly.__For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website:Southland Careers or onFacebook orLinkedINTo hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site -Explore Our CultureSouthland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks.We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this timeIf you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company.Required SkillsRequired Experience

Created: 2026-03-04