Building Envelope Commissioning Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship program with networking

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders in New York City is seeking a Building Commissioning Intern for Summer 2027 to support fieldwork and office tasks on Building Envelope and Waterproofing projects.

You will assist with envelope tests, site observations, drawing reviews, reports, and data analyses, and you may travel to job sites across New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts as needed. This internship also offers development of communication and networking skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• Reliable transportation to the office and project sites across New England.
• Preferred: internship or co-op in commissioning, energy audits, or related engineering.
• Coursework in Building Envelope Design, Commissioning, or Energy Efficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist technical staff on Building Envelope and Waterproofing projects.
• 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 staff, prepare detailed field visit reports and document project issues.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs; read architectural drawings.
• Coordinate with project managers during planning, design, and construction; prepare reports and analyses; travel to sites in NY/CT/RI/MA.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Architecture/Architectural Engineering

Job description

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is currently looking for a Building Commissioning Intern to join our team in New York City 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 licence 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)