Commissioning Engineering CoOpIntern

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

HDR’s Commissioning Engineering Co-Op/Intern position offers hands-on experience in planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning for building systems and industrial facilities. You’ll work under senior professionals to verify MEPS, controls, and process systems meet project requirements and owner expectations.

As a student, you’ll gain exposure to startup, testing, balancing, and system verification activities, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and mentors through

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Support startup, testing, balancing, and system verification activities.
• Document test results and deficiencies identified during commissioning activities.
• Assist in tracking issue resolution and corrective actions.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

HVAC basics

Electrical understanding

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

The Commissioning Engineering Co-Op/Intern position supports the planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities for building systems and industrial facilities. Working under the guidance of senior commissioning professionals, this role assists with verifying that mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), controls, and process systems are installed, tested, and operating according to project requirements, design intent, and owner expectations.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for current engineering students to gain hands-on experience in construction, startup, testing, troubleshooting, and project delivery.

In the role of Commissioning Engineering Co-Op/Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Support startup, testing, balancing, and system verification activities.
• Document test results and deficiencies identified during commissioning activities.
• Assist in tracking issue resolution and corrective actions.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Preference will be given to local candidates
• Basic understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, or process systems.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Due to client contract requirements, U.S. citizenship (US born) required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.