Building Systems Technology Internship Summer 2027 - Portland, OR

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter/parking stipend

Paid time off for sick leave andholyds

PAE Committees participation

On-site internship in local offices

Job summary

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC is seeking a Plumbing Design Engineering Intern to join our Portland, OR team. This internship provides hands-on experience across mechanical, plumbing, and building systems design, with exposure to CAD, Revit, NEC reviews, and site observations.

You will work with engineers on real projects, learn the design process from planning to construction, and contribute to cost estimates and schedules. The program runs 10–12 weeks and pays hourly.

Qualifications

• 3rd year undergraduate preferred.
• Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering major required.
• Desire to work in the Building Design industry.
• Passionate about sustainable design solutions.
• Effective Communicator.

Responsibilities

• Technology design including structured-cabling, audiovisual, and security-system design services.
• CAD and Revit.
• NEC Review.
• One-line diagram layout.
• Reviewable energies.
• Construction administration.
• General project timeline/overview.
• Specifications.
• Site Visits/Site Observation Reports.
• Cost estimate review/preparation.
• M/E coordination schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective Communicator

Sustainable design

Interest in Building Design

Education

Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering major

Tools

CAD

Revit

NEC

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: PDOR Portland - Portland, OR, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Engineering, The Opportunity

PAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Plumbing Design Engineering Intern to join our team in any one of our major office locations, including: San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, New York, NY, Boston, MA, Denver, CO, Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA.

Who We Are

PAE is a engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.

PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long‑term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

About The Program

Our internship program provides hands‑on experience in sustainable engineering design. The 10 to 12 week paid program gives interns the opportunity to learn about the building design industry from a traditional viewpoint, and to learn the PAE and LUMA way. We have internships in the areas of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, lighting design, regenerative design, and building systems technology design.

Interns here work directly as part of our engineering and design teams. From small retrofits to high‑profile Living Buildings, you'll gain an understanding of the entire design process - the planning, the execution, and the problem solving.

What You'll Do

• Technology design including structured-cabeling, audiovisual, and security-system design services


• CAD and Revit


• NEC Review


• One-line diagram layout


• Reviewable energies


• Construction administration


• General project timeline/overview


• Specifications


• Site Visits/Site Observation Reports


• Cost estimate review/preparation


• M/E coordination schedule


• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• 3rd year undergraduate student preferred


• Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering major


• Desire to work in the Building Design industry


• Passionate about sustainable design solutions


• Effective Communicator

What We Offer

Hourly base rate: $22.00 - $29.00

The base salary is one component of PAE's competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered.

PAE Offers Interns the Following Benefits:

• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend


• Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays


• The opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees


• This is an on‑site intern position based in one of our local offices

Our commitment to pay equity

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.

To find out more visit our website.

What We’re Made Of

Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond.

Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.

Fine Print

Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.