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At MMS, strong relationships, creative solutions, and an upbeat company culture are what makes us successful. As a Top Workplace employer for six years in a row, we strive to find passionate and innovative people who are eager to share our goals. Join our team and find out what we’re all about!\nMidwest Mechanical Solutions mission statement:\nCreating lifelong relationships & projects we can be proud of through creatively applied HVAC solutions\nMidwest Mechanical Solutions Core Values:\nDriven/Self Motivated\nCan Do Attitude\nTeam Player\nCustomer Driven\nDo What’s Right\nAccountable\nCheck out our website here: Home - MMS\nJob Description:\nAn Engineered System Specialist Intern will work alongside our creative team of sales engineers and support staff working to develop HVAC systems for a wide variety of companies. This internship opportunity is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience in supporting sales engineers in designing and selling commercial and industrial HVAC equipment and systems to consulting engineers, contractors, and building owners. Interns will work alongside multifunctional teams within MMS and will leave this position with a strong introduction to engineered sales, the HVAC industry, and how it fits into the broader construction industry. This position is non-exempt (hourly) with a salary range between $20 - $24 per hour dependent upon qualifications.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nWork directly with technical experts to learn the HVAC products, applications, and systems as well as the skills required to be successful in a technical sales environment.\nUnder the direction of a more experienced engineer, you will assist taking off, selecting, and pricing equipment meeting engineer’s intent provided by plans and specifications or direct conversation with engineers. \nAssist with preparation of submittal documentation provided for engineering approval.\nHelp research and provide solutions to technical questions from customers.\nEngage directly with contacts at some of our over 80 manufacturers that we represent to learn more about their products, applications, and positioning of their products.\nParticipate in sales support meetings and contribute ideas to help our teams continually improve in their job functions.\nSome opportunities may be provided to get out in the field to see pre-construction process, in-construction job sites, MMS provided equipment in action, and direct customer engagements.\nInterns will work with current Engineered Systems Specialists (ESS), Air Distribution Specialists (ADS) or Project Managers (PM). 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Short synopsis of these positions below: (interns won’t be independently responsible to perform items listed below but will work to assist others.)\nEngineered Systems Specialists and Air Distribution Specialists (main responsibilities are similar but different focus)\nGenerate comprehensive customer quotes for multiple products that we represent.\nPrepare detailed submittals per company standard guidelines\nDownload and print plot drawings, specifications, schedules, and details as it relates to project quotations\nProcess orders for customers and/or Outside Sales Representatives\nAnswer phone calls, emails, and send requests to customers relating to: quotes, order processing and tracking, freight claims, product availability, and field service or warranty issues\nManage/Coordinate projects\nEnsure desired level of profitability is obtained by consistently following the pricing structure and following established sales processes\nMaintain knowledge of HVAC fundamentals and product lines, staying informed of new products, and utilizing opportunities to further educate self, co-workers, and customers\nFulfill customer product and service needs by utilizing product knowledge and soliciting help from other team members and other internal resources\nProject Managers\nExecute equipment orders from Proposal/Submittal through final payment and warranty period.\nVerify that MMS has an \"approved\" submittal and positive configuration acceptance by the installing contractor prior to releasing equipment for fabrication.\nCoordinate with subcontractors for equipment integration, i.e. controls interface, test and air balance contractors, etc.\nCoordinate with inside sales teams to select, order, and track the delivery of materials and equipment for assigned projects. Coordinate shipping processes to meet customer and project schedule requirements and reviews the equipment order status reports on a weekly basis, identifying any critical delivery requirements.\nAct as liaison between the factory and sales office; and the sales office and the customer.\nMaintain accurate written records of internal and external customer correspondence to mitigate project risk.\nEffectively communicate project progress, issues, and financial status to management as required.\nCoordinate post shipment services that may include start-up initiation, solutions to delivery, and shipping problems.\nFirst response for post-delivery problems that include unit installation, start-up, etc. Must be able to accurately communicate technical details to Factory and / or Service to formulate a resolution\nExperience and Requirements:\nMinimum Education and Experience\nTo be considered for a summer 2026 engineering internship, you must meet the following basic requirements:\nWorking toward a two-year or four-year college degree in a STEM or HVAC program. Preference will be towards juniors and seniors enrolled in an engineering program.\nLegally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis and does not require sponsorship in the future for an employment visa\nParticipants must be able to participate full time (40 hours/week) for the full session as part of our intern cohort.\nPrevious experience with the MS Office suite of products.\nPrior work on projects in a team environment helpful\nRelevant academic projects and/or internship experience helpful (HVAC)\nKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesInterns must have a strong attention to detail, as well as excellent critical-thinking and project management skills.\nInterns should be able to communicate effectively and use their logical judgments, especially when dealing with adjustments and meeting deadlines.\nInterns must be able to take instruction and direction and be proactive to ask questions when needed.\nInterns should possess strong analytic and statistic skills and have the ability to work independently.\nPhysical Demands / Work Environment:\nThis position has been designated as On-Site\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual should be comfortable working in an office setting with a variety of software applications.\nInterns could be invited to visit a job site during their internship.\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement\nMidwest Mechanical Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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