Building Automation Intern

Harris; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Harris is offering a Summer 2027 Building Automation Intern role to gain hands-on exposure to HVAC controls on construction sites. You’ll learn from Building Automation Systems Specialists and preview a career in mechanical contracting and building automation.

You will work across multiple project sites, observe safety policies, and translate classroom concepts into real-world applications while exploring other opportunities within Harris.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction or related degree.
• Interested 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 collaborative skills required

Responsibilities

• Gain on the job experience and knowledge of the construction process
• Get a realistic job preview of the Building Automation Systems Specialist role, and explore other career opportunities within the Building Automation team
• Gain hands-on experience in HVAC Controls working alongside our Building Automation Systems Specialists on construction project sites
• 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

Skills

Problem solving

Collaborative skills

Basic understanding of mechanicals

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering/electrical engineering/construction (in progress)

Job description

Job Description

Note: This internship is for the Summer 2027

• Gain on the job experience and knowledge of the construction process
• Get a realistic job preview of the Building Automation Systems Specialist role, and explore other career opportunities within the Building Automation team
• Gain hands-on experience in HVAC Controls working alongside our Building Automation Systems Specialists on construction project sites
• 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

Job Description

Note: This internship is for the 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 Systems Specialist role, and explore other career opportunities within the Building Automation team
• Gain hands-on experience in HVAC Controls working alongside our Building Automation Systems Specialists on construction project sites
• 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 Are Looking For In You

• Must be a current student working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction or related degree.
• Interested 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 collaborative 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

$16.51 - $24.77

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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