Mechanical Engineering Student - Buildings (Winter 2026) – 8-12 Month Term

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. 

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success. 

Your Opportunity

As a Mechanical Intern (Co-Op), you will work with close guidance and direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the direction of a Senior Mechanical Engineer. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit design, calculations, and field work.  

Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken mechanical engineering design type courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college student to develop industry experience with an opportunity for a full-time position upon graduation. 

Your Key Responsibilities

• Participation in mechanical design of building HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems including calculations and layouts. 
• Production of BIM drawings using Revit. 
• Performs field work (evaluation of existing sites) as directed by senior engineer. 
• Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff. 
• Participates and contributes to intern design project as part of an intern team of different disciplines. 

Your Capabilities and Credentials 

• Proficient in drafting with basic understanding of Revit or other drafting software, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool. 
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a multi-disciplinary project team setting. 
• Ability to take direction, follow process, and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers.  
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite. Prefer experience with Revit. 
• Strong motivation to learn. 

Education And Experience

Currently enrolled in a mechanical engineering or equivalent post-secondary program. Preference for a 1-year internship (minimum 8-month term) starting January 2026. 

Preference for beginning mechanical engineering courses such as Thermodynamics or Statics/Dynamics along with some drafting experience. 

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended 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. 

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.