Commissioning Intern – Mechanical & Electrical Systems

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Mentorship

Hands-on experience

Job summary

SSR is seeking a motivated Commissioning Intern to join our Commissioning Services team. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting the commissioning process for complex building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.

Interns will work alongside experienced Commissioning Authorities and project teams to help verify that building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operating according to the owner’s requirements.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Sophomore year or higher by internship start date.
• Willingness to travel locally and perform field work at active construction sites.
• Familiarity with HVAC, electrical, or building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist commissioning professionals with planning, field observations, and testing.
• Review construction documents, equipment submittals, and O&M manuals.
• Attend site visits to verify installations meet project requirements.
• Document deficiencies, observations, and testing results.
• Help prepare commissioning reports and project documentation.
• Observe startup activities and functional testing of systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, owners, and facility staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related field exposure

Job description

SSR is seeking a motivated Commissioning Intern to join our Commissioning Services team. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting the commissioning process for complex building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.

Interns will work alongside experienced Commissioning Authorities and project teams to help verify that building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operating according to the owner’s requirements.