Mechanical Design Intern

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Supports mechanical engineering design efforts by assisting with drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Performs clearly defined drafting and modeling tasks while learning mechanical design standards, codes, and workflows. Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support coordinated project delivery. Gains exposure to construction administration activities and real-world mechanical design applications.

Key Responsibilities

Assists in the production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations with clearly defined tasks under supervision. Supports basic mechanical layout and drafting tasks for HVAC, piping, or equipment systems using guidance from team members. Assists with simple calculations, schedules, and model updates as directed. Supports construction administration activities, including shop drawing review and RFI assistance, as assigned. Uses basic CAD and modeling tools to create 2D drawings and assist with development of 3D mechanical models. Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support coordinated design documentation. Participates in learning and developmen