Mechanical Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial Group - Tampa, FL (May 2026)

Mechanical Engineering Intern to support project teams in power plant and industrial facility system design and upgrades at Sargent & Lundy.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist engineering team members in project execution related to design and modifications of power plant or industrial facility systems and components.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications under senior engineers' direction.
• Support project reporting tasks including tracking and evaluating project activities, progress, and associated data.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, with preferred graduation by Winter 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Strong academic background and coursework in mechanical systems analysis.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong PC skills.
• Prior related internship or co-op experience is preferred but not required.
• Understanding of practical application of mechanical engineering principles is valued.
• Note: No work authorization sponsorship is provided for this position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $17.50 - $27.00.
• Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life & accident insurance, disability coverage, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare, FSA & HSA options.
• 401(k) plan and pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program, employee discount program, corporate charitable giving program, and tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus and employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time, vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Recognized with Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) delivers advanced engineering solutions across power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. EIG specializes in new plant design, plant betterment, and upgrades, with expertise in combined cycle projects, renewable energy, carbon capture, hydrogen power, photovoltaic solar projects, and energy storage integration.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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