Engineering Intern

Summary

Daikin Applied Americas is an HVAC company offering hands-on engineering internship opportunities connected to real business needs. The Engineering Intern will support engineering projects involving technical research, commercial HVAC product and system design, testing, validation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own or support a meaningful engineering project aligned with an approved team need
• Research and analyze technical data, customer requirements, specifications, and design documentation
• Support the design, testing, validation, and improvement of commercial HVAC products, components, or systems
• Develop test plans, collect and analyze data, and communicate findings and recommendations
• Use engineering tools and sound problem-solving methods to support product development, research, testing, or manufacturing initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and document project progress through reports and presentations

Skills

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related discipline, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, or a similar tool preferred
• Foundational engineering coursework such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Statics, Dynamics, Manufacturing Processes, or related courses preferred
• Graduate-level students are encouraged to apply

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related discipline, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Nice to Haves

• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, or a similar tool preferred
• Foundational engineering coursework such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Statics, Dynamics, Manufacturing Processes, or related courses preferred
• Graduate-level students are encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Paid, hands-on experience connected to real business priorities.
• An engaged manager, a peer mentor, and opportunities to learn from other interns and leaders.
• Professional development, networking, and community-building experiences.