2027 Building Technology Student Intern

HGA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship

Job summary

HGA is offering a paid Summer 2027 Building Technology Engineering Internship in Milwaukee, WI or San Francisco, CA. The 12-week program starts by June 1, 2027, with a flexible start based on school schedules, and includes mentorship and exposure to healthcare, education, science, and other markets.

You will assist with engineering designs, support calculations, review codes, and develop professional skills through hands-on project experience, in a collaborative environment with engineers and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in ABET-accredited Engineering program.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Familiarity with Revit.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering designs, project solutions, and construction documents.
• Support design calculations and analyses under licensed engineers.
• Research applicable codes, standards, and regulations with project teams.
• Review and analyze reports, drawings, specifications, test results, and other project data.
• Utilize Revit, MS Office, and other engineering software to support deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and team members to contribute to project success.
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to multidisciplinary design processes.
• Visit construction sites to assist with field observations, information gathering, and documentation.
• Develop technical, professional, and communication skills through hands-on project experience and mentorship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

GPA 3.0+

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Summer 2027 - Building Technology Engineering Internship Opportunity at HGA!

Locations: Milwaukee, WI or San Francisco, CA

Begin to build your future at HGA! We have an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate school student for a paid summer internship in summer of 2027. The summer internship is typically 12 weeks in length beginning on or before June 1, 2027, through mid-August (depending on your schedule).

HGA is a full-service planning and design firm of over 1,000 professionals offering planning, engineering, architecture and interior design services in 12 offices. Our nationally recognized team of integrated experts partner closely with clients through a collaborative and transparent process, delivering successful project outcomes across Healthcare, Education, Science + Technology, Arts, Community + Living, Workplace, and Government markets.

At HGA, we are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy and to carbon reductions in our structures through our participation in the SE2050 challenge. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly, and social activities are integrated into our office culture. As HGA continues to learn how we can enhance an equitable culture, we've reaffirmed how important it is to have a safe environment, one where everyone can bring their best selves to work every day. We offer challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of some great projects.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026
Interviews conducted: October - November 2026
Offers extended: By December 2026
Summer internship dates: June 1, 2027 - Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

What you'll do:

• Assist with the preparation of engineering designs, project solutions, and construction documents.
• Support engineering design calculations and analyses under the guidance of licensed professionals.
• Research applicable codes, standards, and regulations while collaborating with project teams and public agencies.
• Review and analyze reports, drawings, specifications, test results, and other project-related data.
• Utilize Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and other engineering software tools to support project deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other team members to contribute to project success.
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to multidisciplinary design processes.
• Visit construction sites to assist with field observations, information gathering, and documentation, as opportunities arise.
• Develop technical, professional, and communication skills through hands‑on project experience and mentorship.

What you'll bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Preferred fields of study may include Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline, depending on the practice area.
• Rising junior, senior, or graduate‑level students are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with Revit
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a desire to learn in a collaborative environment.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Hourly Rate: $24.00/hour - $25/hour (Milwaukee, WI) and $30/hour (San Francisco, CA).

We are excited to learn more about you and look forward to receiving your application!

Thank you and we can't wait to hear from you!