Building Performance Student Intern

HGA; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HGA is offering a paid Building Performance Engineering Internship for summer 2027 in Madison, WI. The 12-week program begins on or before June 1, 2027, with flexible start dates to align with student schedules.

The role provides exposure to design, construction documents, and performance-focused engineering. Ideal candidates are pursuing Architectural or Mechanical Engineering degrees (ABET-accredited) with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in an ABET-accredited program in Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of engineering designs and construction documents under licensed professionals.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and technical analyses for projects.
• Research applicable building codes, standards, and regulations for assignments.
• Review reports, drawings, test results, and other project information.
• Use Revit and Microsoft Office Suite to develop project deliverables.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and team members in a team environment.
• Participate in project meetings and observe design and construction processes.
• Visit construction sites to observe field conditions and gain exposure to project implementation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Architectural Engineering program

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview:

Summer 2027 - Building Performance Engineering Internship Opportunity at HGA!

Location: Madison, WI

Begin to build your future at HGA!We have an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate school student for a paid summer internship in summer of 2027. The summer internship is typically 12 weeks in length beginning on or before June 1, 2027, through mid-August (depending on your schedule).

HGA is a full-service planning and design firm of over 1,000 professionals offering planning, engineering, architecture and interior design services in 12 offices.Our nationally recognized team of integrated experts partner closely with clients through a collaborative and transparent process, delivering successful project outcomes across Healthcare, Education, Science + Technology, Arts, Community + Living, Workplace, and Government markets.

At HGA, we are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy and to carbon reductions in our structures through our participation in the SE2050 challenge. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly, and social activities are integrated into our office culture. As HGA continues to learn how we can enhance an equitable culture, we’ve reaffirmed how important it is to have a safe environment, one where everyone can bring their best selves to work every day. We offer challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of some great projects.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026Interviews conducted: October – November 2026Offers extended: By December 2026Summer internship dates: June 1, 2027 – Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

What you'll do:

As a Building Performance Engineering Intern, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of engineering experiences, including:

• Assist with the preparation of engineering designs and construction documents under the guidance of licensed professionals.
• Support the project team by performing basic engineering calculations and technical analysis.
• Help research applicable building codes, standards, and regulations for project assignments.
• Review reports, drawings, test results, and other project information to support planning and design activities.
• Gain experience using Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and other industry software tools to develop project deliverables.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other team members in a team-oriented environment.
• Participate in project meetings and learn about the design and construction process.
• Have opportunities to visit construction sites to observe field conditions and gain firsthand exposure to project implementation.

What you'll bring:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a desire to learn in a collaborative environment.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Hourly Rate: $24.00/hour - $25/hour (Mid-West).

We are excited to learn more about you and look forward to receiving your application!

Thank you and we can't wait to hear from you!