Intern - Project Engineer

Alternate locations include Dulles, VA, Boydton, VA, and Laurel, MD.

Our internship program is designed to introduce students to a career in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager in successfully coordinating a project using the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services. This position requires the development of skills in design, estimating and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.

• Support field labor
• Provide labor feedback
• Equipment & Subcontractor procurement
• Document control
• Design, trade & subcontractor coordination
• Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts, etc.
• Assist in the development of project schedules

• A strong work ethic
• Initiative and drive to get the job done
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to be resourceful and resilient
• Able to solve problems with limited support
• Quick learner, seeks answers on their own
• Positive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situations
• Exercises accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
• Goal oriented
• Collaborative spirit and a good teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitude
• Strong active listening skills
• Competent general business writing and public speaking

• Hands‑on classroom and on‑the‑job experience in your specific role
• Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
• Socially distant group activities and team events
• Paid housing (some locations)
• Paid internship/co‑op
• Potential full‑time employment opportunities

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• Medical, dental, vision insurance – 100% paid for employee
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Holidays, vacation, personal time, life events leave
• Numerous training opportunities and company‑paid membership for professional associations and licenses

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.