Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mead & HuntMead & HuntSacramento, California, United States
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9/21/2026

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Full time

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On-site

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Core responsibilities

The intern will assist engineers with the delivery of dams and hydropower projects by conducting research and analyzing data. Responsibilities also include drafting technical reports, communicating with vendors, and visiting construction sites.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have completed at least two semesters of college-level coursework in mechanical engineering or a related field. A valid driver's license is required, and experience with AutoCAD or 3D modeling software is preferred.

Key skills

Mechanical engineeringDams engineeringHydropower engineeringResearchData analysisTechnical writingVendor communicationConstruction document reviewMicrosoft OfficeAutoCAD3D modelingCommunicationOrganizational skillsTeamwork

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Mead & Hunt

Industry

Professional Services

Employees

1,458

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Mead & Hunt provides clients with expert planning, architecture design, engineering, environmental and construction administration services across a wide variety of market sectors, including transportation (aviation, highways, roads and bridges), food and beverage processing, renewable energy, municipal infrastructure, military, telecommunications, cultural resources, and hydropower and water resources. In each of these disciplines, we’ve developed unique methodologies and processes to deliver cost-saving solutions that meet our clients’ needs. At Mead & Hunt, we approach each project as an opportunity for innovation – and we believe that innovation in any field begins with the same step: listening. That’s why we build strong relationships with our clients, insist on cross-disciplinary collaboration and support continuing education. The result? Over a century of engineering and architectural solutions that have resulted in everything from cost-saving efficiencies to proprietary processes. We take great pride in not only what we do, but how we do it. Serving markets nationwide for more than 125 years, we’ve demonstrated our technical, design and planning expertise. But what makes us different is that we don’t measure our success in years or projects or revenue. Instead, it’s measured in your satisfaction. The employee-owned consulting firm remains strong on ENR's Top 500 Design Firm list with a national ranking of #82 in 2026. The firm employs over 1,400 civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, planners, historic preservationists, environmental scientists, architects, technicians and support specialists from 50+ offices located across the nation. Contact us at mailbox@meadhunt.com or call 888-364-7272.

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EngineeringConsultingEnergy

Description

Mead & Hunt, Inc., a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm has a position available for limited-term, full-time engineering intern to work on dams and hydropower engineering projects starting in May/June 2027 and ending in August/September 2027. Responsibilities include: Assisting engineers with the delivery of dams and hydropower projects Conducting research Compiling and analyzing data Drafting technical reports Communicating with equipment vendors Reviewing construction documents Visiting construction sites A valid driver’s license will be required. Successful candidates must have completed at least two semesters (4 semesters preferred) of college-level coursework in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will have with any/all of the following: Previous mechanical engineering internship Microsoft Office software experience AutoCAD or other design software experience 3D modeling capabilities is a plus If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are someone who takes initiative, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers. Salary Range: $20.00 to $25.00 hourly; actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. #LI-KB1

Requirements

  • Mechanical engineering
  • Dams engineering
  • Hydropower engineering
  • Research
  • Data analysis
  • Technical writing
  • Vendor communication
  • Construction document review
  • Microsoft Office
  • AutoCAD
  • 3D modeling
  • Communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork

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