Electrical Engineer Internship Summer 2027 - Boston, MA

Pae-Consulting-Engineers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter/parking stipend

Paid time off for holidays

Committee participation

Job summary

PAE offers an Electrical Engineering Intern position across multiple offices including Boston, MA. You will work with engineering and design teams on building systems, including electrical load calculations, NEC reviews, and renewable energy studies.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in sustainable design and real-world project execution. The program runs 10–12 weeks and pays an hourly base rate of $21.00–$27.00, with benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 3rd-year undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Interest in building design and sustainable design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical load calculations and block loads.
• Participate in NEC review and renewables research.
• Assist with PV, wind, fuel cell technologies research.
• Create CAD/Revit layouts and calculations for designs.
• Support site visits and cost estimate reviews.

Skills

Third-year undergraduate

Building design

Sustainable design

Effective communication

Education

Pursuing B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

The OpportunityPAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Electrical 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 ArePAE is an 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 ProgramOur 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 DoElectrical Load Calculations/Block LoadsEZ Power Crash CourseSchematic Design NarrativesNEC ReviewRenewable EnergiesResearch PV, Wind, Fuel Cell technologiesLayout/design/calculations of PV SystemEmerging Technologies (BIPV, level III car charge, CIGS PV, etc.)CAD and RevitGeneral project timeline/overviewSpecificationsSite Visits/Site Observation ReportsCost estimate review/preparationM/E coordination scheduleWhat You Bring3rd year undergraduate student preferredDesire to work in the Building Design industryPassionate about sustainable design solutionsEffective communicatorWhat We OfferHourly base rate: $21.00 - $27.00The 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 stipendPaid time off for sick leave, community service and holidaysThe opportunity to be involved in PAE CommitteesThis is an on-site intern position based in one of our local officesOur commitment to pay equityPAE 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.What We’re Made OfFounded 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. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.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 PrintPlease 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.