BuroHappold
Mechanical Intern - Washington, DC (Summer 2025)
BuroHappold, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Start designing tomorrow's future!
Buro Happold has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and enthusiastic Mechanical Intern to join our welcoming and diverse workplace culture in DC .
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world . From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it'll be anything but ordinary.
Your next role
As a Mechanical Intern, you will collaborate with architects and other engineers to develop creative, energy-efficient buildings that provide aesthetics to their physical surroundings and utility to their occupants . In return, we'll help you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation .Embrace the latest technologies to improve performance andsustainabilityPerform detailed HVAC engineering building services design and calculations, using software and knowledge to verify robustcalculationsEnsure service and project work are carried out to an excellentstandardPrepare technical drawings, schedules, andreportsYour skills and experience
Currentlypursuing aB achelor's degree inM echanical ,C ivil,S anitary,E nvironmental, orA rchitecturalE ngineeringArchitectural Engineering Coursework in mechanical/HVAC design, heat transfer, fluids, and/or thermodynamicsFamiliarity with BIM modelling software, such as Revit, AutoCADInterest and/or experience in visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper), coding (Python, C#), and/or open source coding projectsInternship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environmentAbility to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible mannerEagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamLearn more about Mechanical Engineering at Buro Happold
Learn more about our office locations
What we offer
Hourly rate of $22 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic locationHybrid working & summer hoursConnection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiativesAccess to wide ranging learning and development opportunitiesBe a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups
Ready for something a little less ordinary?
Apply now to start your career journey with us.
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance . We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other's differences is key, we want employees to feel they don't have to mask elements of their identity to thrive .
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
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Buro Happold has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and enthusiastic Mechanical Intern to join our welcoming and diverse workplace culture in DC .
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world . From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it'll be anything but ordinary.
Your next role
As a Mechanical Intern, you will collaborate with architects and other engineers to develop creative, energy-efficient buildings that provide aesthetics to their physical surroundings and utility to their occupants . In return, we'll help you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation .Embrace the latest technologies to improve performance andsustainabilityPerform detailed HVAC engineering building services design and calculations, using software and knowledge to verify robustcalculationsEnsure service and project work are carried out to an excellentstandardPrepare technical drawings, schedules, andreportsYour skills and experience
Currentlypursuing aB achelor's degree inM echanical ,C ivil,S anitary,E nvironmental, orA rchitecturalE ngineeringArchitectural Engineering Coursework in mechanical/HVAC design, heat transfer, fluids, and/or thermodynamicsFamiliarity with BIM modelling software, such as Revit, AutoCADInterest and/or experience in visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper), coding (Python, C#), and/or open source coding projectsInternship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environmentAbility to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible mannerEagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamLearn more about Mechanical Engineering at Buro Happold
Learn more about our office locations
What we offer
Hourly rate of $22 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic locationHybrid working & summer hoursConnection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiativesAccess to wide ranging learning and development opportunitiesBe a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups
Ready for something a little less ordinary?
Apply now to start your career journey with us.
A place for everyone
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance . We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other's differences is key, we want employees to feel they don't have to mask elements of their identity to thrive .
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
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