2026 Engineering Internship

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Salary Range : $18.00-$25.00 Per Hour

This is a paid internship position, with a duration of 2 to 6 months, depending on your availability and performance. At the end of the internship, there may be opportunities for full-time employment, depending on business needs and your performance.

SUMMARY :

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Engineering Intern for the Summer 2026 season to join our team. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our experienced Project Teams to contribute to various projects related to the design, construction, field implementation and the operation & maintenance of facilities as they relate to the engineering field. The intern will also assist with the maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings in such trades at painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate with other engineers, technicians, and suppliers to ensure successful project completion by assisting with design, analysis, and constructability review for mechanical systems, including shop drawings, controls, and specifications review.
• Participate in formal design review, work plan development and implementation plans for mechanical equipment and systems.
• Document and track project progress, results, and findings
• Support the technical and design reviews of requests for information (RFIs), value engineering change proposal, and new product specifications and requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and other learning opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Assist with general maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and machinery
• Inspect buildings and equipment for needed maintenance or repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

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QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity / VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.