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Summer Internship - Building Services - Mechanical Engineer - Cardiff

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Competitive
Cardiff

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 6-week Summer Internship in Building Services - Mechanical Engineering in Cardiff.
  • Gain experience working on diverse building projects and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Must be in final or penultimate year of MEng/BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering.
  • Advert closing date: 12 November 2026. Early application recommended.

About the Role

This is a 6-week Summer Internship where you will work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services to clients. You will have the opportunity to work alongside Architects, Building Services, Building Physics and Geotechnical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers.

What You'll Do

  • Work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services to clients.
  • Collaborate with Architects, Building Services, Building Physics and Geotechnical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers.
  • Apply specialist skills to buildings projects, driving reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and energy/water consumption.
  • Gain experience in various types of developments including commercial and residential, universities, hospitals, transport projects, sports facilities, hotels, theatres, museums, industrial facilities, and data centres.

Who You Are

  • You must be in your final or penultimate year studying towards a MEng or BEng in Mechanical, Architectural or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate strong motivation and passion for a career in building design.
  • Be STEM minded and keen to use your engineering acumen to design services that make buildings comfortable.
  • Willing to communicate, calculate, learn to use 3D and thermal software, and be proactive in developing ideas into designs.
  • Enjoy a variety of work, from early-stage projects to site visits.

Key Attributes

  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
  • Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.

What We Offer

  • Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
  • A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
  • Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
  • A wide range of learning opportunities.
  • Possibilities to have an impact through your work.
  • Flexible working approach.

Application Process

  • Online application
  • Psychometric testing
  • Application review
  • Case study
  • Interview
  • Offer stage

Applications are reviewed as they're received, so early application is recommended.