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Ecosystem

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Washington
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a mechanical engineering student entering junior/senior year, curious about project realization, organized, collaborative, and able to manage multiple projects; on-site travel is needed.
  • You will collaborate with engineers, coordinate retrofits, manage stakeholder interactions, ensure site safety, assist with scheduling, budget analysis, and participate in project meetings.

Requirements

  • You’re a mechanical engineering student entering your junior or senior year.
  • Curiosity about bringing a project from drawing board to real life.
  • Interest in HVAC and energy system performance.
  • Resourceful, autonomous and organized.
  • Effective collaboration with team members, clients, and stakeholders is essential.
  • While not required, any previous experience in engineering or construction-related fields is a definite plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Able to travel to and work on-site daily and as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design and construction engineers during the planning and execution of energy efficiency projects.
  • Coordinate retrofits in occupied buildings and help supervise the work site.
  • Interact with clients, contractors, internal project team and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborate in the procurement and management of supplier and subcontractor work packages.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety best practices on construction sites.
  • Help with project scheduling and risk assessments.
  • Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts, etc.
  • Participate in meetings with the client, subcontractors, and internal resources to resolve issues and ensure smooth project implementation.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Construction Intern position?

You need to be a mechanical engineering student entering your junior or senior year and have an interest in HVAC and energy system performance.

What does the internship duration look like?

The internship is a 4-6 month paid program scheduled for the Summer of 2025.

Will I receive any training or equipment during the internship?

Yes, Ecosystem will provide a laptop, work uniform, boots, helmet, safety glasses, and other personal safety equipment.

Is there potential for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, this internship has the potential to transition to full-time employment upon completion.

What type of projects will I be involved with during the internship?

You will collaborate on energy efficiency projects, coordinate retrofits in occupied buildings, and assist with various project-related tasks.

Are previous engineering or construction experiences required to apply?

No, while previous experience is a plus, it is not a requirement to apply for the position.

How many hours will I be expected to work per week?

You will work a 40-hour week with flexible hours.

Will I need to travel for this internship?

Yes, you should be able to travel to and work on-site daily and as needed.

What kind of work environment can I expect at Ecosystem?

You can expect a team-oriented and collaborative work environment that encourages curiosity and risk-taking.

What is the primary focus of the internship?

The internship focuses on decarbonizing buildings and providing hands-on experience in engineering project execution.

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Ecosystem

Reconnecting People to Results

Engineering & Construction
Industry
201-500
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Ecosystem, we believe in building meaningful relationships with both our clients and employees. With curiosity and collaboration, we do breakthrough work so our clients achieve environmental, financial, and operational results and reach their ambitious decarbonization goals. When we sit around the table with our clients, solving problems in their buildings, we work together to align our interests and identify the outcomes important to them. From the outset, we believe that accountability for achieving the outcomes that matter to our clients should completely lie with us. After all, we are engineers with three decades of experience in energy retrofits, and our proven expertise and track record of innovation is why we are invited to the table in the first place. To be accountable, we've built a business that re-connects engineering design, construction and commissioning with a total focus on delivering results. This way, we can contractually guarantee the outcomes that mean the most to our clients while acting as a single point of contact throughout each step of the journey. With over 200 specialists and offices in Quebec, Montreal, Toronto, New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, and Columbus, we are the go-to engineering and construction firm for energy projects across multiple industry sectors.