2027 Mechanical Engineering Internship

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Industry Market team. This position offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on industrial facility, manufacturing, terminal, material handling, logistics, and infrastructure projects for clients across North America. The internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world engineering challenges while supporting project teams through planning, design, analysis, and construction-related activities.

At Hanson, our employee-owners collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative engineering solutions that help industrial clients improve operations, increase efficiency, and support long-term growth.

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will work under the guidance of licensed engineers and technical professionals to support a variety of industrial and manufacturing projects. Assignments may include engineering calculations, equipment layouts, mechanical system design, field investigations, data collection, construction support, and preparation of engineering reports and drawings.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful project experience while helping students develop technical, analytical, and professional skills in a consulting engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with planning, design, and analysis activities for industrial and manufacturing facilities.
• Support the development of mechanical designs, equipment layouts, piping systems, bulk material handling systems, and facility infrastructure improvements.
• Perform engineering calculations, technical research, and data analysis.
• Assist in preparing engineering reports, specifications, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• Utilize engineering software and computer-aided design (CAD) tools to support project development.
• Participate in field visits to industrial facilities, terminals, manufacturing plants, rail-served sites, or construction projects.
• Assist with site assessments, investigations, and data collection efforts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, electrical, process, and environmental engineers.
• Support project managers with project coordination, document management, and quality control reviews.
• Follow Hanson quality, safety, and professional standards throughout all project activities.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship, co-op, project, laboratory, or research experience related to engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or other engineering design software.
• Interest in industrial facilities, manufacturing operations, material handling systems, logistics, process equipment, energy, or heavy industry projects.
• Coursework related to thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, machine design, or manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to participate in occasional fieldwork and site visits, including overnight trips.

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering consulting projects.
• Experience supporting industrial, terminal, logistics, and manufacturing facility projects.
• Opportunities to learn from experienced mechanical and industry-focused engineers.
• Hands-on involvement in project planning, design, and implementation.
• Professional development through mentorship and collaboration with employee-owners.
• Insight into how engineering solutions support operational efficiency, safety, and project success for industrial clients.

The hourly range for this position is $21 - $26 per hour for undergraduate students.

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Performance bonuses

• 401(k) with matching contribution

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• Comprehensive health & well-being plans

• Financial wellness plans

• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars

• Leadership training

• Lunch & learn development sessions

• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

• Mentorship opportunities

• Award-winning internship program

• Employee recognition

• And so much more!

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