Building Automation Intern

Harris Companies; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Harris Companies is offering a Building Automation Intern position for Summer 2027. The role provides hands-on experience on construction sites, exposure to HVAC controls and the Building Automation team, and opportunities to learn how mechanical systems are tested and verified.

You will work with specialists and other departments to translate classroom concepts into real-world applications. Candidates should be current students pursuing degrees in mechanical or electrical engineering,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a related degree (mechanical, electrical, construction).
• Interest in HVAC/mechanical contracting careers.
• Basic understanding of how mechanical systems operate.
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain on-the-job experience in the construction process.
• Preview Building Automation System Specialist role on projects.
• Work on HVAC controls with Building Automation team on construction sites.
• Perform testing and verification of mechanical systems.
• Learn site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Interact with other departments to understand role impact.

Skills

Mechanical system basics

Problem solving

Collaboration

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Pursuing degree (ME/EE/construction)

Job description

Building Automation Intern

Job Description:

Note: This internship is for Summer 2027

Your role as a Building Automation Intern

• Gain on the job experience and knowledge of the construction process
• Get a realistic job preview of the Building Automation System Specialist role, and explore other career opportunities within the Building Automation team
• Gain hands on experience in HVAC Controls working alongside our Building Automation System Specialists on construction project sites
  • Perform testing and verification of mechanical systems
• Learn site-specific safety policies and procedures
• Get exposure to other departments and learn how your role impacts the business as a whole
• Translate concepts learned in the classroom to real world experiences

What we're looking for in you

• Must be a current student working toward degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction, or related
• Interest in pursuing a career in the mechanical contracting/ HVAC industry
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems: what they do and how they operate
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills required

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range:

$17.48 - $26.22

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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