Mechanical Engineering Intern

At Coffman Engineers our mission is simple: to empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients success.

As an Engineering Intern youll gain hands-on experience supporting active projects while learning from experienced professionals across multiple disciplines. Youll join a collaborative creative and high-performing team where your ideas growth and contributions matter.

What Youll Do

• Assist with design calculations and project documentation.
• Support the development of design drawings technical documents and project deliverables.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute ideas to creative engineering solutions.
• Conduct research and analysis to support engineering decisions.

What Youll Learn

• Receive mentorship guidance and feedback from experienced engineers.
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software such as Carrier HAP IES and Revit.
• Develop a better understanding of real-world engineering challenges and industry best practices.
• Gain exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and project types.
• Strengthen your technical analytical communication and computer-aided drafting skills.

Your Impact

• Contribute to projects that make a meaningful difference for our clients and communities.
• See your work incorporated into real project deliverables and engineering solutions.
• Build practical experience that complements your academic coursework.

Grow With Coffman

• Build relationships and expand your professional network within a dynamic multidisciplinary engineering firm.
• Gain valuable experience that can help prepare you for a future career in engineering.
• Explore potential opportunities for future employment and growth with Coffman Engineers.

Our primary marketplace includes Washington Oregon and Idaho with additional project opportunities throughout the United States.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated energetic team player who is eager to learn contribute and take on new challenges. This internship is a great opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on engineering experience while working alongside professionals who are invested in your development.

Qualifications :

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited undergraduate engineering program.
• Completed at least two years of coursework toward an undergraduate engineering degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with computer-aided design and drafting software is a plus.
• Expected salary range: $23.00$26.00 per hour.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. No paid interview travel offered.

Additional Information :

Why You Want To Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere so why work at Coffman Engineers Because we are different our culture sets us apart. Simply stated we are a group of creative high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture is not the only thing that makes us different but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits including a flexible PTO program and a fun office environment. Our Portland office is located on the 19th floor of Sixth & Main in the heart of downtown. The modern workspace features downtown and mountain views a kitchen conference rooms and a wellness room. Building amenities include bike parking workout facilities locker rooms with private showers a tenant lounge and an outdoor patio. Enjoy the vibrant food scene coffee roasters and breweries with easy access to public transportation and the waterfront. Join us!

Dont take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

Glassdoor Reviews: at a Glance:

• 47 years in business 
• 900 employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 25 locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control commissioning and project/construction management
• #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms Building Design Construction 2022
• #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List Zweig Group 2021
• #157 Top 500 Design Firms Engineering News-Record
• Best Places to Work Inland Northwest 2024

Applying

You must apply online for this position. If you need assistance completing the online application or require a reasonable accommodation during the application process please let us know.

If you are experiencing problems applying through our system please try again using a different browser or an updated version of your current browser. If that doesnt work please contact us directly.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time