Building Automation Design Engineer Internship

Siemens; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K program

On-site internship

Job summary

Siemens is offering a Building Automation Design Engineer Internship in the Chicago area for Summer 2027. The program runs 10 weeks with full-time hours, and interns will rotate through departments focused on smart buildings and sustainable infrastructure.

You will work on design documents, network architecture, and engineering tasks under supervision of the Design Engineering Team Lead, gaining hands-on experience in building automation systems. This is an on-site role with pay details provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate pursuing an engineering degree (4-year U.S. college).
• Able to work 40 hours/week for 10 weeks (May–July or Jun–Aug).
• On-site presence up to 3 days/week and located within 50 miles of Rolling Meadows, IL.

Responsibilities

• Understand project requirements and design build solutions for facilities (higher ed, data centers, hospitals, labs).
• Prepare design documents: layouts, drawings, BOMs, sequences, schedules, panel layouts per Siemens standards.
• Design building network architecture to support operator workstations.
• Analyze plans, specs, and codes to determine requirements and risks.
• Assist with re-estimates and coordinate with sales/management to align on scope.

Skills

Hand tools

Laptop

Email

Smartphone

Tablet

Windows

Learning software

Teamwork

Leadership potential

Analytical

Written communication

English proficiency

CAD knowledge

Building automation exposure

Education

Engineering-related degree

CAD/Drafting knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Building Automation Design Engineer Internship

Location: Chicago area office, located in Rolling Meadows, IL

Undergraduate: Rising Sophomore, Rising Junior, Rising Senior

Duration: 10 weeks Start Dates: May 17, May 24, June 7 or June 14, 2027 Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Who designs your future? You do.

Are you looking for an internship where you can showcase your technical aptitude and passion for problem solving to ensure customers can work in a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient environment? Does gaining hands‑on experience, real‑world skills and valuable knowledge while developing yourself professionally sound exciting to you?

Join our Siemens Smart Buildings Internship Program as a Building Automation Design Engineer Intern in Summer 2027!

What is Building Automation?

Siemens Building Automation Systems is a building management system (BMS) that automatically manages and controls all systems within a building. These systems include lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, fire detection and notification, CCTV, door and window controls, water and waste management. It consists of sensors, controllers, software and communication devices. Siemens offers building automation systems for all building types and sizes, and for every use. The system is designed to manage a wide range of building systems, such as HVAC, lighting, security, fire safety, and other critical building functions.

Click HERE to learn more about Siemens' Building Automation and Control Systems.

What you will do as a Building Automation Design Engineer Intern

• This internship is a 10 week program where you will rotate through various departments at the local Siemens office, all focusing on smart buildings and sustainable infrastructure.
• 80% of your time will be spent as a Design Engineer understanding the overall aspects of the role and related activities.
• 20% of your time with be spent with the Design Engineering Team Lead to understand the engineering role and engineering‑related administrative tasks

Responsibilities while working alongside our Engineering and Operations Teams include:

• Understanding project requirements and design build engineering solutions for higher education and K‑12 education facilities, data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, high‑rise buildings, and lab facilities
• Preparing design documents, including system layouts, electrical drawings, bills of materials, sequences of operations, valve and damper schedules, and panel layouts as well as formatting and compiling submittals to Siemens L5 standard (unless established customer standard exists)
• Designing building network architecture to support operator workstations
• Analyzing plans, construction contract specifications, and codes to determine project requirements and risks
• Designing building and space pressurization solutions, chiller and boiler plant sequencing control, etc.
• Preparing engineering re‑estimates and follow up with appropriate sales and management to ensure understanding of and satisfaction with job scope

The goal of this internship program is to develop future talent for the Siemens organization and help you identify where you may be interested in pursuing a career at Siemens post‑graduation.

To apply for the Building Automation Design Engineer Internship Program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must be current enrollment as an undergraduate at an accredited 4‑year U.S. college or university
• Pursing an Engineering‑related degree such as Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, Computer - Aided Design and Drafting or related field of study
• Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10‑week program (May - July or June - August)
• Must be able to work on‑site up to 3 days a week
• There is no relocation or housing stipend for this program
• Eligible candidate must be located within 50 miles of office location with access to a reliable vehicle, as this role does not provide transportation, housing or relocation support
• This program does not support students on a Visa such as F1, J1, M1 and H1B as well as OPT/CPT

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

• Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet
• Skilled in using Windows laptops and adept at learning new software related to building automation systems
• Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Strong analytical, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Experience or technical education in designing building automation (HVAC/lighting) projects with standard tools, products, and practices
• Experience or technical education utilizing AutoCAD

As part of the application, you will be asked to confirm your enrollment status. If your application includes uploaded documents (resume, transcript, or other materials), you may redact any information identifying your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Redacting this information will not affect your candidacy.

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You’ll Benefit From

The hourly pay range for this position 24.00 - 28.00 per hour, based off of your projected graduation year. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Additionally, interns for Siemens are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Application Deadline

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