What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Intern position at Ecosystem?
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Who we are...
At Ecosystem we believe we should be accountable for results. That’s why we've integrated engineering and construction, seeing our projects through from design concept to implementation and commissioning. And that's how we can efficiently solve complex energy and decarbonization challenges in the built environment.
Here are some of the projects we've been working on recently: Adelphi University, Brown University and San Diego Padres Stadium.
Who you are…
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.
\n- Collaborate with design and construction engineers during the planning and execution of energy efficiency projects.
- Coordinate retrofits in occupied buildings and help supervise the work site.
- Interact with clients, contractors, internal project team and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate in the procurement and management of supplier and subcontractor work packages.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety best practices on construction sites.
- Help with project scheduling and risk assessments.
- Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts, etc.
- Participate in meetings with the client, subcontractors, and internal resources to resolve issues and ensure smooth project implementation.
- You’re a mechanical engineering student entering your senior year.
- Curiosity about bringing a project from drawing board to real life.
- Interest in HVAC and energy system performance.
- Resourceful, autonomous and organized.
- 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.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Able to travel to and work on-site daily and as needed.
- 4-6 month month paid internship in the Summer of 2026.
- 40-hour week (flexible hours).
- 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.
- 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.
- Focused professional nurturance to help you shape your own career.