BAS Intern: Hands-on Building Automation & HVAC

EMCOR Group; Del Paso (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Educational assistance

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Air Systems, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a motivated BAS Intern to support the Sacramento BAS team.

This role provides hands-on exposure to the design, documentation, programming, fabrication, and delivery of commercial building automation projects, working with engineers, programmers, and field personnel. You will gain practical knowledge of HVAC controls, building automation, and control sequences, with mentorship from BAS engineers and project managers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechatronics, construction management, or related technical field.
• Interest in building automation, HVAC systems, controls, or software programming.
• Basic ability to read technical drawings, wiring diagrams, or schematics preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical circuits, controls, or programming is helpful but not required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and accept direction from multiple project team members.
• Ability to safely perform hands-on work associated with control panel assembly and project support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, organization, and quality review of engineering submittals, control drawings, product data, and project documentation.
• Support development and maintenance of project Bills of Materials (BOMs), including equipment quantities, part numbers, and material verification.
• Review project plans, specifications, control diagrams, and equipment schedules under the direction of BAS engineering staff.
• Assist with documenting sequences of operation and translating project requirements into clear control strategies.
• Provide entry-level programming support, including point database development, controller setup, graphics support, and functional testing under supervision.
• Assist with control panel layout, component installation, labeling, wiring, assembly, and quality checks in accordance with approved drawings and safety requirements.
• Support project testing, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities in the office, panel shop, or field as assigned.
• Maintain organized project files and assist with as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and other project deliverables.
• Collaborate with BAS engineers, programmers, project managers, technicians, and field teams to complete assigned work accurately and on schedule.
• Follow ASI safety practices, quality standards, and company procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Reading drawings

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/computer engineering, mechatronics, construction management

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Air Systems, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a motivated BAS Intern to support the Sacramento BAS team.

This role provides hands-on exposure to the design, documentation, programming, fabrication, and delivery of commercial building automation projects, working with engineers, programmers, and field personnel. You will gain practical knowledge of HVAC controls, building automation, and control sequences, with mentorship from BAS engineers and project managers.