Construction Intern

Description

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

Requirements

You are a Mechanical Engineering student going into your Senior year, looking for experience and exposure in building mechanics, energy systems and performance. Located at Ecosystem’s Washington office, working on the Georgetown University project you as an intern will join a multidisciplinary and innovative team of technical engineers responsible for the success of multimillion-dollar projects.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

• 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.
• Focused professional nurturance to help you shape your own career.
• Able to travel to and work on-site daily and as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You’re a mechanical engineering student entering your senior year.

Benefits

• Laptop, work uniform, boots, helmet, safety glasses and other personal safety equipment will be provided by Ecosystem.
• Team-oriented, collaborative work environment where curiosity and risk-taking are encouraged.
• 40-hour week (flexible hours).
• High-performance culture with meaningful work where every employee has the opportunity to take ownership of results and see projects through from design to implementation.
• 4-6 month month paid internship in the Summer of 2026.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance