Construction Engineering Intern
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Overview
Job Description
United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. was founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 2020. UIS is a U.S. subsidiary of United Integrated Services Co., Ltd. (UIS Taiwan) which was founded in Taiwan in 1982. UIS is a multidisciplinary engineering and construction company. We provide fully integrated design-build services to our clients in the high-technology industry for their manufacturing facility needs. Our scope of services includes engineering design, high-tech factory planning, and on-time equipment and material delivery in which clean-room systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and tool hook-up, are all vital parts in need of total coordination.
Summer 2026 Construction Engineering Internship
- Location: North Phoenix (85083)
- Internship Duration: May 26, 2026 – July 31, 2026
- Application Deadline: April 6, 2026
- This is a 10-week paid internship program.
United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. is seeking motivated undergraduate students in Junior and Senior years, with graduation dates between December 2026 and December 2027 to join our internship program this summer! Looking for motivated Architectural & MEP Engineering Intern to support integrated design-build projects for high-tech facilities.
This internship offers hands-on exposure to a mix of architectural elements (layout planning, spatial coordination in cleanrooms) and MEP systems focused on air abatement, cleanroom environments, plumbing, mechanical (HVAC/process piping), and electrical infrastructure. Interns will contribute to real-world applications in semiconductor manufacturing facilities, gaining experience in one of the most advanced construction sectors.
This internship provides hands-on experience in construction management, field operations, and engineering support on active job sites. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into project planning, execution, and problem-solving in a real-world setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist in reviewing and coordinating architectural drawings, layouts, and spatial designs for cleanroom modules and facility zones.
- Support MEP system design and coordination, including air abatement systems (exhaust, filtration, scrubbers, and pollution control for process gases/emissions).
- Cleanroom construction (modular wall/floor/ceiling systems, airflow patterns, pressure control).
- Mechanical systems (HVAC, process cooling, piping for utilities).
- Plumbing (process piping, DI water, wastewater systems).
- Electrical (power distribution, lighting, controls in controlled environments).
- Participate in BIM/VDC (Building Information Modeling/Virtual Design & Construction) modeling and clash detection for MEP/architectural integration.
- Help prepare technical documentation, submittals, RFIs, and as-built drawings.
- Shadow field teams during installation, testing, and commissioning of systems onsite.
- Conduct basic calculations, material take-offs, and support quality/safety inspections.
- Collaborate with project engineers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet high-tech industry standards (e.g., ISO cleanroom classifications, environmental compliance).
- Contributes to project planning, scheduling, and coordination meetings.
Qualifications:
- Strong interest in high-tech construction, HVAC, cleanroom technology, MEP systems, and semiconductor facility projects.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or similar BIM software (preferred).
- Familiarity with MEP principles, HVAC design, plumbing/electrical codes, or air handling systems is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment (office + field/site visits).
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and eagerness to learn.
Education/Experience:
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in an accredited university, in civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, construction management, or another related field.
- Must be able to complete the full 10-week program from May 2025 to August 2025.
- 0-1+ years of internship or work experience.
Language Proficiency:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
- Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
- Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
- Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
- Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
- Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.
Work Environment:
- Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
- Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
- Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
- Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.
Disclaimer:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
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