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Hvac internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside active hvac practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Consulting & Professional Services, with EMCOR, Trane Technologies, and Stantec among the employers posting roles now.
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Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity
This is a hybrid co-op/internship role with a focus on architectural engineering applications. You will work with close guidance and supervision on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit design, calculations, and field work. You will be assisting with innovative and creative digital solutions developing Dynamo and/or Grasshopper scripts for use on projects where applicable. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support a number of exciting local projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Production of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) drawings, primarily in Revit
- Perform field work (evaluation of existing sites) as directed by senior engineer/designer
- Participation in mechanical engineering design including building load calculations, ductwork, piping, and equipment layouts
- Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity
- Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Proficient in CADD with basic understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, and/or Rhino, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool
- Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting
- Ability to take direction, follow processes and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers/designers
- Basic knowledge of visual scripting tools such as Dynamo and Grasshopper is preferred
- Knowledge of programming in Python is not required, but preferred
- Keen interest in parametric and generative design methodologies and ability to produce visuals to communicate design ideas
- Self-starter, natural problem-solving appetite to find opportunities for computational tool development
Education and Experience
- Working toward a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar/relevant Engineering program
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | PA | Philadelphia
Organization: BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 07/07/2026 05:07:58
Req ID: 1006548
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity
This is a hybrid co-op/internship role with a focus on architectural engineering applications. You will work with close guidance and supervision on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit design, calculations, and field work. You will be assisting with innovative and creative digital solutions developing Dynamo and/or Grasshopper scripts for use on projects where applicable. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to support a number of exciting local projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Production of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) drawings, primarily in Revit
- Perform field work (evaluation of existing sites) as directed by senior engineer/designer
- Participation in mechanical engineering design including building load calculations, ductwork, piping, and equipment layouts
- Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity
- Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Proficient in CADD with basic understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, and/or Rhino, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool
- Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting
- Ability to take direction, follow processes and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers/designers
- Basic knowledge of visual scripting tools such as Dynamo and Grasshopper is preferred
- Knowledge of programming in Python is not required, but preferred
- Keen interest in parametric and generative design methodologies and ability to produce visuals to communicate design ideas
- Self-starter, natural problem-solving appetite to find opportunities for computational tool development
Education and Experience
- Working toward a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar/relevant Engineering program
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | PA | Philadelphia
Organization: BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 07/07/2026 05:07:58
Req ID: 1006548
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Tips for Your HVAC Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems urgent
Large employers recruit summer hvac interns the preceding fall, meaning roles for June start dates can close before winter break. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to their start dates, so new openings appear year-round. Set a consistent schedule for checking rather than treating it as a single seasonal event.
Build project evidence before you need it
Hvac intern hiring teams expect limited work history and want something concrete to assess instead. Document two or three complete projects, CAD drawings, load calculations, system design schematics, or lab reports, with the tools used and where the work can be reviewed. That portfolio does more than a list of coursework alone.
Work campus networks and direct applications together
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which hvac employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens your reach.
Practice the hvac intern technical screen out loud
Hvac intern interviews commonly involve applied technical questions on thermodynamics, heat transfer, or system troubleshooting scenarios. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just reaching the answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final solution. Run through sample problems with a classmate before your first screen.
Target structured internship pipelines at larger employers
Many large hvac and mechanical engineering companies run formal rotational or university cohort programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often include mentorship and department rotations that accelerate development. Identify the programs that fit your timeline and apply in the first wave, not after the general posting goes live.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the hvac internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before searching so you're not sorting through roles that don't fit your situation. Filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate first, then focus your effort on the listings that actually match your constraints.
HVAC Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an hvac internship?
Lead with coursework, completed projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. For hvac candidates, that means documented system design projects, CAD drawings, or lab reports showing hands-on technical work. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an hvac internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for hvac interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early in the summer you signal interest. Position yourself by treating every task as a writing sample for that offer, without counting on it.
When should I apply for hvac internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June start dates often close before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently rather than waiting for a single hiring season gives you the widest window.
Are hvac internships paid?
Most professional hvac internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid positions exist but are uncommon at established companies, and many states have wage laws that effectively require payment for work that primarily benefits the employer.
What should an hvac internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For hvac candidates, that means CAD drawings, load calculations, system design schematics, or lab reports, linked or attached wherever possible so recruiters can assess the actual work. Add relevant coursework such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, or controls. Keep it to one page.
Are there remote hvac internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the hvac internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get hvac internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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