Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Murray Company • San Leandro, CA, US • 2d ago

Come grow with us...

At Murray Company, how we operate is defined by shared values that are 100 years in the making - Safety, Quality, Honesty, Hard Work and Pride of Ownership. These values have led to our company consistently being in the top 15% on ENRs Best Specialty Contractor’s list. Bring your enthusiasm and unique perspective to Murray Company where you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. Join a team that cares about helping you thrive and succeed. You'll work alongside talented colleagues while establishing lifelong friendships and making a difference in our company and the specialty contracting community.

Position Summary

Are you a current student looking to expand your knowledge and business acumen with practical hands-on experience and training opportunities? Start your career with a summer internship at Murray Company, - one of the nation’s Top 20 Mechanical Contractors and a leader in innovation and excellence. As an intern in our Operations group reporting to our talented project managers, you will work alongside our top-notch teams in our pre-construction, fabrication and field installation functions. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on Project Management experience in support of mechanical projects of various sizes and specialties (plumbing, HVAC, process piping, and industrial).

Location: San Leandro, CA, with anticipated travel to designated project sites in and around the Northern California metropolitan areas.

Compensation: $27.00 per hour

Internship Program Schedule & Hours

Duration: 40 hours per week for 10-12 consecutive weeks, beginning as early as May 2027.
Typical working hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am - 4 pm (subject to change depending on local project requirements).
Program participants must be available to work within the required schedule for the duration of the internship.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating mechanical projects.
Provide support for reviewing designs, drawings, and specifications.
Assist with managing project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and reports.
Participate in site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with specifications.
Support the preparation of cost estimates and budgets.
Aid in the implementation of quality control measures.
Facilitate communication among project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
Assist with safety protocol implementation and compliance.

Qualifications

Required

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university program and actively pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and interact effectively in a team environment.
Availability to work 40 hours per week within the required schedule for the duration of the internship (typically 10 weeks).

Preferred

Strong organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with construction software such as Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Procore, ACC Build or other related programs.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
Must have sufficient visual acuity to view and interpret detailed construction drawings on computer screens and on paper.
Must be able to traverse uneven surfaces on project sites and climb stairs to access project site temporary offices.

Contingent Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the Company’s required pre-employment drug screening process. Murray Company is a federal contractor and complies with all applicable federal laws and regulations regarding controlled substances.

Work Authorization

Murray Company is not sponsoring employment-based visas at this time. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

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