Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt, Inc., a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, has a position available for a temporary, full-time engineering intern to join our Food & Beverage group starting in May/June 2026 and ending in August/September 2026.

Responsibilities include

Assisting engineers with mechanical design for large-scale food and beverage facilities Performing design calculations; developing engineering design tools Assisting with project report preparation Performing field inspections Additional duties as assigned Some travel to job sites may be required. The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following: Four semesters of college-level coursework in mechanical engineering Mechanical design coursework in thermodynamics, refrigeration, and/or HVAC Experience in the design or construction industry Experience with HVAC load fundamentals Experience with Microsoft Office software

Physical Abilities

Capacity to work long hours on foot, often in outdoor environments with varying weather conditions Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Must be able to ascend & descend a 30’ OSHA fixed ladder Good eyesight for inspecting equipment and ensuring safety compliance Ability to discern and react to auditory cues in a noisy construction environment Must be able to speak & write fluent English Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to multiple food ingredients If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers. Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position. Hourly Rate Range: $20.00- $25.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexua