Mechanical Engineer Intern

Position Overview

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity. At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we've supported mission‐driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.

From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic's world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft's renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility.

At AEI, you'll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future. As a Mechanical Engineer Intern in our Austin office for Summer 2026, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Approach design in unconventional ways and apply your knowledge on significant, complex projects.
• Work alongside professionals known for advanced engineering solutions.
• Observe the operations of a successful engineering firm and gain industry insights.
• Establish professional ties that may solidify your future career prospects.
• Learn and grow within a friendly, supportive team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Mechanical or Architectural Engineering program from an ABET accredited school.
• Completion of 3 years of coursework or holding junior standing.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Leadership involvement in extracurricular activities or student organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension with a motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Comfort working both individually and within team environments.

Benefits & Perks

• A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters – because your best work happens when you're supported.
• Real opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
• Collaboration with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement coverage, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs – whether that’s a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives.