Engineering Intern – Mechanical; FW

Engineering Intern – Mechanical (FW) Fort Wayne, Indiana Currently accepting applications for the Fall 2026 semester

Design Collaborative’s Engineering Intern is an explorer, a sponge, and a team player extraordinaire. Each intern brings a unique discipline-specific skillset to the table at Design Collaborative. What they share is the opportunity to gain real-life experience like how a professional office works, the phases and dynamics of a project, and a few of the nuts and bolts of their specific craft.

Our Summer 2026 Engineering Intern positions have been filled.

• Completion of 1 year of higher education toward a degree in electrical, mechanical, or architectural engineering
• Interest in the building design industry (Architectural / Engineering / Construction)
• Submission of a resume

• Exercise sound time management and organizational skills while multitasking
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication
• Ensure attention to detail when handling projects
• Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite product experience is an asset
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks

• Participation in project design through all stages, including Conceptual Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, and Construction Administration.
• Presentation graphics preparation.
• Verbal presentations, communications of ideas to contractors.
• Involvement in on-site activities through documentation of existing structures, field surveys, and job site visits.
• Exposure to client and project team meetings.
• Bring fresh new ideas into Design Collaborative.

• Same as above.
• 1+ years of engineering internship experience preferred.
• Exposure toward reviewing shop drawing submittals.
• Familiarity with delivery methods and bidding process.
• Familiarity with using and adhering to production standards and protocols.
• Increased familiarity with cost estimation.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks with little oversight.
• Involvement in field surveys of existing buildings to document current conditions.
• Go to job sites with experienced team members to understand general construction methods.
• Assist other team members while conducting on-site observations and document site reviews.
• Participate in all project phases from Conceptual Design through Construction Administration.
• Participate in conversations relating to design intent and identify ways to incorporate into documents.
• Manage and perform tasks with regular guidance from project team.

• 3d Modeling software experience (e.g., Sketchup, Rhino, 3dsMax, Lumion)
• 3d Modeling tools experience (e.g., Laser cutters, 3d Printers, VR)
• Computational design software experience (e.g., Grasshopper and Dynamo)
• Programming knowledge in Python or C#
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Hand sketching ability a plus
• Written communication skills to assist Marketing Coordinator in writing blogs
• Sustainability

Salary will be commensurate with education, credentials, and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin.

Apply via Linked In.