Electrical Intern - Chicago - Summer 2027

Buro Happold; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global network of experts

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups participation

Job summary

Buro Happold seeks an Electrical Intern in Chicago for Summer 2027. The role involves assisting with electrical engineering building services, designing with BIM tools, and contributing to sustainable projects under supervision.

Candidates should be pursuing electrical or architectural engineering degrees, with BIM software familiarity and interest in the built environment. The internship offers exposure to a global network and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• Coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, and/or building systems design.
• Familiarity with BIM modeling software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Internship experience at an engineering-related firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Using Revit, prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports.
• Analyze load to determine system sizing, and assign circuitry for power and lighting devices.
• Undertake electrical engineering building services design and calculations using Design Master and SKM.
• Embrace the latest technologies to improve performance and sustainability.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Design Master

SKM

Job description

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Electrical Intern - Chicago - Summer 2027

Job Reference burohappold/TP/654/2480

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract

Competitive

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Chicago

Job Category:

Early Careers

Business Unit:

USA

Buro Happold is seeking a motivated and collaborative Electrical Intern to join our team and contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

As an Electrical Intern, you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, gaining hands‑on experience while contributing to impactful projects that shape communities, advance sustainability, and support the global effort to address climate change.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional .

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a moreequitableworld. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you,it’llbe anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.

As an Electrical Intern, you will collaborate with other engineers to develop creative, energy‑efficient buildings that provide aesthetics to their physical surroundings and utility to their occupants. In return,we’llhelp you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

• Using Revit, prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports
• Analyze load todeterminesystem sizing, and assign circuitry for power and lighting devices
• Undertake electrical engineering building services design and calculations (using software and knowledge to verify robust calculations such as Design Master and SKM)
• Embrace the latest technologies to improve performance and sustainability

Your skills and experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, and/or building systems design
• Interest in the electrical engineering industry with an emphasis on the power side of the discipline
• Academic research, coursework, or other experience with alternative energy systems and other technologies new to the construction industry preferred
• Familiarity with BIM modeling software, such as Revit, AutoCAD
• Internship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environment
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
• Eagerness to learnand work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements

Whatweoffer

• Hourly rate of $24 to $34 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location
• Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
• Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
• Connect with colleagues and build your network through our Employee Resource Groups, including the Young Employees Forum, Diversity & Inclusion Forum, Women's Network, Wellness Committee, and Black at Buro Happold

Ready for something a little less ordinary?

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We have much to learn from one another.Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [e-mail] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.