Summer 2027 Project Management Intern – HVAC/Plumbing

Job overview

The Summer 2027 Project Management Intern – HVAC/Plumbing role is onsite in San Jose, CA, during a June–August program, with dates potentially varying by the student’s summer schedule. Compensation is $28 per hour. United Mechanical provides an internship focused on mechanical construction projects and learning from project managers, engineers, and field leaders. The intern supports project teams with planning, coordination, schedules, costs, submittals, and progress tracking. The work provides practical exposure to project delivery and helps teams monitor completion against schedule and budget.

What you'll do

• Assist mentors with project assignments and day-to-day planning and coordination
• support project schedule development and maintenance with superintendents and foremen
• compare planned and actual schedules and costs and flag potential issues
• assist with submittals and approval tracking
• review project progress
• help communicate project details to construction, engineering, and estimating teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

summer 2027 internship

project management

hvac

plumbing

san jose ca

united mechanical

mechanical construction

project coordination

scheduling

cost tracking

submittals

engineering

$28/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hands-on project experience
• professional development
• industry exposure
• collaboration with experienced professionals
• career exploration.

Why this role

Summer internship program running June–August, with dates that may vary based on the student’s schedule. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Includes training sessions, lunch-and-learns, jobsite and shop tours, and team-building activities.

About the employer

United Mechanical is hiring for this role. Industry: Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. Sector: 23.