Michael Baker International is seeking to hire a Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. As part of our national engineering team, the Engineering Intern will support the planning and design of building systems for a variety of federal, state, transportation, aviation, and commercial projects. Our discipline teams include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecommunications, fire protection, and structural engineering. This internship is a great opportunity for a student who is interested in building systems and infrastructure design and wants to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
We have availability for internship positions in our Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and Houston office locations and offer a hybrid, flexible work schedule that supports collaboration, mentorship, and team connection.
In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers and designers, gaining exposure to real-world projects and the tools, processes, and coordination that support successful project delivery. You will assist with design and documentation tasks, develop your technical skills through practical application, and learn how engineering systems are planned, designed, and coordinated across different project types and phases.
Additional responsibilities will include:
- Support engineering design efforts under the guidance of engineering staff in one or more building systems disciplines, which may include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecommunications/technology, fire protection, or structural engineering.
- Assist with the preparation of construction drawings, models, diagrams, and details using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools.
- Prepare engineering calculations and other technical documentation with direction from project engineers.
- Assist with system layout development, equipment or component selections, and design coordination based on project requirements.
- Support the preparation of written and graphic reports, design narratives, technical memoranda, and other project deliverables.
- Assist with site survey data collection, input, verification, and organization.
- Review and organize product data, shop drawings, and submittals during the construction administration phase.
- Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to project-related tasks as assigned.
- Travel locally on an intermittent basis, as needed, to support site visits or project coordination activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Completion of at least two years of coursework in Architectural Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Strong interest in building systems, infrastructure design, and multi-disciplinary project delivery.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to work productively with intermittent supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior internship, co-op, academic, or project experience related to building systems, structural systems, infrastructure, or multi-disciplinary engineering design.
- Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, or other 3D modeling/design software.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam or other PDF markup/manipulation software.
- Interest or coursework in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, electrical power, lighting, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunications/technology systems, or structural design.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
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Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution
- Completion of at least two years of coursework in Architectural Engineering, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Strong interest in building systems, infrastructure design, and multidisciplinary project delivery
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to work productively with intermittent supervision
- Prior internship, co-op, academic, or project experience related to building systems, structural systems, infrastructure, or multidisciplinary engineering design
- Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, or other 3D modeling/design software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with Bluebeam or other PDF markup/manipulation software
- Interest or coursework in HVAC, electrical power, lighting, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunications/technology systems, or structural design
Michael Baker International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country.
