Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company
Daikin Applied is now hiring for a Design & Drafting Intern in Plymouth, MN!
Daikin Applied is a global leader in providing innovative HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial applications. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Design & Drafting Intern to join our dynamic Design team. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in the field of mechanical design within a leading organization. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: Plymouth, MN
Timeline: This Internship opportunity is for May-August 2026
What’s in it for you:
- You will have the opportunity to own a meaningful, real-life project within the Design Department that can directly create a positive impact on Daikin Applied’s HVAC Development
- An opportunity to build relationships with other students beyond your department
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
What you will do:
- Create full-scale 3D models using SolidWorks of HVAC components and assemblies
- Understand project requirements from Engineering and Marketing, plan out your project and the parts you need to design and execute your own mini-design project
- Create a summary of the project/s worked on at the end of the summer and present it to management
Minimum Qualifications:
- Sophomore or Junior enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Product/Industrial Design or 1st year student enrolled in an associate degree program in Mechanical Design/Engineering CAD
- Minimum of 1 year in Mechanical Design schooling by May 2026
- Exposure to SolidWorks
- Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exposure to using Excel formulas or programming (VBA)
- Reside within a 300-mile radius of our Plymouth, MN office
The typical hourly pay rate for this position is $24/hr-$27/hr. This represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will be dependent on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!
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What We Do
Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors. Daikin branded products, solutions, and services are sold through a global network of dedicated sales, service, and parts offices.
Daikin Applied’s parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reports revenues in excess of $20 billion and has more than 67,000 employees worldwide, making it the largest HVAC manufacturer in the world. Daikin Industries, Ltd. has more than 90 production sites worldwide and works with customers in more than 150 countries.
