Building Automation Systems Specialist Internship

Siemens Mobility; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Job summary

Siemens Mobility invites you to join our Building Automation internship in Anchorage, gaining hands-on experience on HVAC controls, building automation, and commissioning across real customer sites.

You will work alongside seasoned technicians, engage with engineers, and learn via classroom instruction, on-the-job training, and shadowing within a dynamic building solutions team. This paid internship includes 401K eligibility and a clear path to future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Enrolled in or recently completed a 2-year Technical College/School pursuing HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related program.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week for the 10-week program (May–July or June–August).

Responsibilities

• Spend most of your time on job sites with Siemens technicians to learn installation, programming and service of HVAC building automation systems.
• Gain exposure to sales by shadowing the sales team and understanding how solutions are designed for customers.
• Rotate through service and project delivery teams to support installation, maintenance and upgrades.
• Visit customer sites with technicians to troubleshoot, diagnose issues and support new installations.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management to resolve discrepancies in drawings and address on-site challenges.
• Document service activities and communicate system operations to customers, offering basic training and upgrade recommendations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Team player

Hands-on with tools

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical college program in HVAC/building automation or related field

Tools

Windows-based laptops

Job description

Building Automation Systems Specialist Internship

Internship Program Start Dates: May 14, May 31, June 7, 2027

You’ll make an impact by:

• 80% Field Technician Experience: Spend most of your time on job sites with experienced Siemens technicians, learning how we install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation, systems in commercial buildings. You'll take part in on-the-job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
• 10% Sales Exposure: Learn how Siemens brings smart building solutions to life by spending time with our sales team. Gain insight into how we engage with customers and design solutions that improve building performance and safety.
• 10% Project & Service Operations: Rotate through our service and project delivery teams to understand how customer needs are supported from installation to long-term maintenance and upgrades.
• Work alongside experienced technicians to visit customer sites and troubleshoot HVAC, Building Automation, and electronic control systems. Assist in diagnosing issues, performing maintenance and repairs, or supporting new installations and system commissioning.
• Collaborate with our engineering and project management teams to resolve any discrepancies in system drawings or address challenges encountered on the job.
• Interface directly with customers: document service activities, help explain system operations, and provide basic training to ensure smooth hand-off. Youll also have opportunities to recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and add long-term value for the customer.

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

• Must have a high school diploma or state-recognized GED
• Education: Students currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a 2-year Technical College/School pursuing a degree in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical Engineering / Technology, Electrical Engineering / Technology, Energy/Sustainability and Built Environment or related program.
• Availability: Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10-week program (May-July or June - August)
• Relocation: Must be willing and able to work onsite at the location and surrounding local area. There is no relocation or housing stipend for this program.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship. This program does not support students on a Visa such as F1, J1, M1 and H1B as well as OPT/CPT.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments; including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings, whether it’s hot, cold, indoors, or outdoors.
• Hands-on role that requires the use of hand tools, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other tech to review program and troubleshoot building systems.
• Physically capable of safely lifting and transporting tools and equipment up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Team player who enjoys collaborating with coworkers and customers to deliver smart, safe, energy-efficient building solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experienced working on Windows-based laptops; quick to learn new software platforms for automation and control systems.
• Strong communication skills able to clearly document your work and communicate technical issues and solutions with customers and team members.

You’ll benefit from:

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.00 per hour for first time Interns or $24 per hour for returning Interns. 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.

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI [3] here.

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.

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