Internship - Data Center Thermal Products Engineer
Johnson Controls, Inc., New Freedom, PA, United States
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls Team:
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025.
Join hundreds of interns nationwide for a summer of learning, growth, and connection, including:
Innovation Challenge
Volunteering opportunities
Executive engagement
Development + career workshops
Inclusive and diverse environment with in-person and/or hybrid work options
Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Medical, Dental, and Vision
What you will do
Johnson Controls’ Data Center Product Architecture team is seeking an
Intern – Data Center Thermal Products Engineer
to join the Advanced Technology & Innovation group. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to the development of thermal products and systems used in data center cooling applications.
As an intern, you will support experienced engineers in the analysis, design, and testing of data center thermal systems. You will gain practical experience across multiple thermal domains while learning how integrated thermal solutions are developed, validated, and released.
How you will do it
Support engineers with thermal system design activities, including basic calculations and component sizing
Assist with integration of subsystems across cooling loops, controls, and heat rejection equipment
Help document thermal system requirements, specifications, and design assumptions
Participate in prototype build activities and hands‑on laboratory or field testing
Conduct data analysis and prepare technical summaries and presentations
Use CAD tools to review or create basic component and assembly models
Assist with simulation, modeling, or test validation activities as assigned
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including controls, electrical, and manufacturing engineering
Learn and follow established engineering processes, standards, and safety practices
What we look for
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Foundational understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
Experience with Microsoft 365 tools, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting
Exposure to CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in a technical team environment
U.S. citizen or legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or project experience related to HVAC, thermal systems, or refrigeration
Exposure to engineering calculation tools (MathCAD, EES, or similar)
Introductory experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar analysis tools
Familiarity with CFD, FEA, or system modeling concepts through coursework or projects
Interest in data center cooling technologies (chillers, CDUs, cold plates, heat exchangers)
Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn across multiple engineering domains
Why join us
Apply classroom theory to real‑world data center thermal products
Learn from experienced engineers working on next‑generation cooling technologies
Gain exposure to integrated thermal, controls, and electrical systems
Build technical, professional, and leadership skills through structured internship programming
Be part of a global company committed to sustainability, innovation, and inclusion
HIRING HOURLY RANGE:
$20.00 – $24.00/hour. (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025.
Join hundreds of interns nationwide for a summer of learning, growth, and connection, including:
Innovation Challenge
Volunteering opportunities
Executive engagement
Development + career workshops
Inclusive and diverse environment with in-person and/or hybrid work options
Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Medical, Dental, and Vision
What you will do
Johnson Controls’ Data Center Product Architecture team is seeking an
Intern – Data Center Thermal Products Engineer
to join the Advanced Technology & Innovation group. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to the development of thermal products and systems used in data center cooling applications.
As an intern, you will support experienced engineers in the analysis, design, and testing of data center thermal systems. You will gain practical experience across multiple thermal domains while learning how integrated thermal solutions are developed, validated, and released.
How you will do it
Support engineers with thermal system design activities, including basic calculations and component sizing
Assist with integration of subsystems across cooling loops, controls, and heat rejection equipment
Help document thermal system requirements, specifications, and design assumptions
Participate in prototype build activities and hands‑on laboratory or field testing
Conduct data analysis and prepare technical summaries and presentations
Use CAD tools to review or create basic component and assembly models
Assist with simulation, modeling, or test validation activities as assigned
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including controls, electrical, and manufacturing engineering
Learn and follow established engineering processes, standards, and safety practices
What we look for
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Foundational understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
Experience with Microsoft 365 tools, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting
Exposure to CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in a technical team environment
U.S. citizen or legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or project experience related to HVAC, thermal systems, or refrigeration
Exposure to engineering calculation tools (MathCAD, EES, or similar)
Introductory experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar analysis tools
Familiarity with CFD, FEA, or system modeling concepts through coursework or projects
Interest in data center cooling technologies (chillers, CDUs, cold plates, heat exchangers)
Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn across multiple engineering domains
Why join us
Apply classroom theory to real‑world data center thermal products
Learn from experienced engineers working on next‑generation cooling technologies
Gain exposure to integrated thermal, controls, and electrical systems
Build technical, professional, and leadership skills through structured internship programming
Be part of a global company committed to sustainability, innovation, and inclusion
HIRING HOURLY RANGE:
$20.00 – $24.00/hour. (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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