Building Envelope Commissioning Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders in Boston, MA is seeking a Building Commissioning Intern for Summer 2027. The role blends fieldwork with office tasks to support Building Envelope and Waterproofing projects across New England.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an Architecture or Architectural Engineering degree with strong communication, problem-solving, and organization skills. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical staff on Building Envelope and Waterproofing projects.
• This role involves both fieldwork and office-based tasks.
• Assist with envelope tests during construction: Window Air and Water Tests; Infrared Imaging; Blower Door Tests; Adhesion Tests; Fog Tests.
• Work alongside technical staff assisting with field observation work, preparing detailed field visit reports, and documenting project issues through resolution.
• Assist with reviewing contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information.
• Read and review architectural drawings.
• Confer with project managers during planning, design, and construction phases.
• Prepare reports and document project activities and data.
• Prepare analyses from collected data.
• Travel to job sites or offices in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts required
• In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Independent worker

English proficiency

Education

Architecture or Architectural Engineering degree

Job description

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is currently looking for a Building Commissioning Intern to join our team in Boston, MA during Summer 2027.

We deliver real energy savings in buildings, spaces, and systems that perform optimally and maximize comfort and safety. Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) is a rapidly growing field in the construction industry. BECx is the 3rd party review of the design and construction of the building shell to optimize it for energy efficiency and durability.

Our team includes engineers, controls experts, and sustainability professionals. We are national leaders and industry authorities whose proactive, hands‑on approach delivers real results. Our unique dual perspective sets us apart technical expertise to evaluate, understand, and critique systems design and the operational knowledge to maximize systems and equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical staff on Building Envelope and Waterproofing projects.
• This role involves both fieldwork and office-based tasks.
• Assisting with envelope tests during construction:
  • Window Air and Water Tests
  • Infrared Imaging
  • Blower Door Tests
  • Adhesion Tests
  • Fog Tests
• Work alongside technical staff assisting with field observation work, preparing detailed field visit reports, and documenting project issues through resolution.
• Assist with reviewing contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information.
• Read and review architectural drawings.
• Confer with project managers during planning, design, and construction phases.
• Prepare reports and document project activities and data.
• Prepare analyses from collected data.
• Travel to job sites or offices in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts required
• In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• Must have reliable transportation to the office and project sites across New England.
• Previous intern or co-op experience in commissioning, energy audits, or other engineering functions preferred.
• Coursework in Building Envelope Design, Commissioning, or Energy Efficiency a plus.
• Possess solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Must be able to work in a high‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

Our interns are given opportunities to learn in a variety of settings. Multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and architectural design projects provide interns an opportunity to see the work in real‑life settings, working side by side with other professionals in their chosen field. They are also able to participate in educational opportunities that build a variety of transferable skills valuable in every career. Our Career Exploration Series provides interns with chances to network and learn from the professionals doing the work and growing our business. Interns also complete a series of reflections, problem solving activities, contests, drawings, and create end of summer presentations which help showcase their learning and experiences. Additional networking and trainings specific to the students' areas of study are also made available to students throughout the Summer Internship program.

Our internship program is designed to help grow our organization organically with talented individuals starting their careers all over the country. On average, we make full‑time, permanent offers to students approaching graduation within a year more than 50% of the time. We want great talent to start their careers here stay with CED and its affiliates for their entire career!

We have created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in‑house resource for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. We make as many of these opportunities available to our interns, as well as our regular employees as possible.