Intern Mechanical and Fire Protection Engineering – Summer 2026

Position Overview

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter. For over a century, HNTB has delivered solutions for large and complex infrastructure projects. Our Northern California offices (Oakland or San Jose) are seeking a Mechanical and Fire Protection Engineering Intern to support the design and development of mechanical and fire protection systems for public transit, aviation facilities, highways, and tunnels. This full-time internship offers hands-on experience alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Location: Oakland, CA, San Jose, CA. Compensation: $25.69 - $38.54 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
• Assists with research, development, and design of projects.
• Assists with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program
• Qualifications: Interest and basic understanding in HVAC and plumbing/piping/pumping systems
• Qualifications: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Qualifications: Ability to accept and apply direction from peers and supervisors
• Qualifications: Ability to perform basic engineering calculations
• Qualifications: Ability to organize information for use in reports or other documents

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Completion of 2 years of post-secondary engineering program
• Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure
• Familiarity with CAD tools, such as MicroStation, Revit, or AutoCAD

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards