Intern-Energy Engineer

With more than 100 years of steady growth, UMC is proud to offer an environment where continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are part of everyday work. We empower team members through hands-on experience, supportive training, advanced technology, and creative problem-solving. Our people are knowledgeable, trusted, and committed to doing what's right for our clients, our teams, and our communities.

We recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. At UMC, we are intentional about fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. We bring together talented individuals from across the region to form high-performing teams in design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Let UMC be the next step in your career where your well-being, work-life balance, and growth matter.

Application Process:

UMC uses an electronic application process for open positions. Required documents may include a resume, cover letter, references, and work authorization confirmation. Online assessments may be included as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Additional Information:

Internship positions at UMC are temporary and do not include eligibility for company benefits or paid time off. However, interns gain valuable hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to real-world projects in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Overview:

Support development of energy conservation projects through on-site auditing, engineering analysis, understanding of energy/mechanical systems, and other design disciplines to produce coordinated drawings and specifications for pricing and construction.

What You'll Do:

1. Support Lead Engineers on design and building energy modeling.
2. Review drawings and submittals.
3. Ensure design changes are documented and issued to project management.
4. Assist regular on-site reviews and produce engineering construction reports.
5. Assist Project Management during closeout of work (commissioning, as-built drawings).
6. Support the energy services with design services and technical assistance.
7. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.
8. Assist the energy design team with performing various design calculations.
9. Support measurement and verification activities.

Learning Opportunities:

1. Learn how to support building energy modeling and engineering analysis.
2. Assist in the development and refinement of estimating databases and pricing tools used in preconstruction.
3. Gain experience reviewing technical drawings, submittals, and documenting design changes.
4. Observe how engineering teams conduct site reviews and produce construction reports.
5. Contribute to project closeout activities, including commissioning and preparation of as-built documentation.
6. Strengthen your understanding of mechanical systems and energy-efficient design through hands-on calculations and design support.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

1. Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Energy/Sustainability or a related field.
2. Strong verbal & written communication skills.
3. Professional and ethical.
4. Ability to effectively multi-task with attention to detail.
5. Flexibility to change gears and re-prioritize tasks under pressure and to similarly motivate staff to do the same.
6. Good organizational skills.
7. Willing to work with other employees in a team.
8. CAD experience - ability to plot drawings and make minor revisions to existing drawings.
9. Computer skills - competent with spreadsheets and word processor programs.
10. Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites.

What You'll Gain:

1. Build technical skills in energy modeling, CAD, and engineering documentation.
2. Develop a working knowledge of construction processes and energy conservation strategies.
3. Enhance your ability to communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
4. Receive mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers.
5. Gain insight into real-world applications of mechanical and civil engineering principles.
6. Create a portfolio of work that reflects your contributions to energy and environment initiatives.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.