Mechanical Engineering Co-op PlumbingHVAC Design (Spring 2027)

About SHP

At SHP design is about more than buildings--its about people. We create places where students learn communities gather and organizations thrive. Our work is collaborative by nature bringing together architects interior designers and engineers who care deeply about both design excellence and the human experience. As an intern youll be part of that team. Youll gain hands-on project experience learn from mentors who are invested in your growth and build connections with peers across disciplines. Most importantly youll see how your ideas and contributions make a real impact on the communities we serve.

As an Engineering Intern with a focus on HVAC and Mechanical Building Systems youll explore how thermal comfort indoor air quality and energy efficiency are achieved through thoughtful mechanical design. Youll support the development of HVAC systems that respond to architectural intent sustainability goals and real-world performance needs.

What Youll Do:

• Assist in the design and documentation of HVAC and mechanical systems for a variety of building types.
• Support load calculations equipment sizing and system layout development.
• Contribute to Revit-based mechanical models drawings and schedules.
• Participate in energy modeling sustainability studies and system performance analysis.
• Learn how HVAC systems are coordinated with architectural electrical plumbing and structural systems.
• Support interdisciplinary teams as they solve design challenges and refine building performance.

Who You Are:

• Junior Senior or Graduate student pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree with interest or coursework in HVAC thermodynamics or building systems.
• Curious about building performance energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Comfortable in Revit and Microsoft Office; exposure to energy modeling tools or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Analytical detail-oriented and motivated to learn through hands-on project experience.

How We Work (Our Values)

• Be Curious Dive into problems and seek innovative solutions.
• Be Bold Contribute ideas and challenge yourself.
• Be Selfless Collaborate openly with teammates and clients.
• Be Grateful Value mentorship and shared learning.
• Be Accountable Deliver reliable thoughtful work.

Our interns dont just learn their become part of an integrated design community. Youll collaborate with peers in Architecture Landscape Architecture and Interior Design throughout the program. Have friends in those majors Encourage them to apply too.

Location & Onsite Expectations

This role is based in our Cincinnati Ohio office location and is ideal for candidates who thrive in a highly collaborative in person environment. Being onsite allows for deeper day to day engagement with peers and project teams faster decision making and organic moments of creativity and mentorship that emerge through shared space.

Compensation & Benefits

Your growth matters here - our pay reflects both your contributions and your potential. Our intern positions start at $20/hour with the opportunity to increase by $1/hour for each additional term you return (up to a maximum of $22/hour). Graduate students begin at $22/hour. SHP also covers your parking expenses so you can focus fully on gaining meaningful experience without worrying about the cost of getting here.

At SHP our compensation philosophy reflects our values - we believe in recognizing growth rewarding contribution and aligning pay with the market. For our interns that means your time here is not only meaningful for your development but also valued in a way that reflects the impact you have on our work and the potential we see in you.

SHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability or veteran status.

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