Sustainability and Energy Intern

First Roles; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC in New York City is seeking a motivated Energy and Sustainability Intern to support energy analysts, sustainability staff, and project managers on green building projects. You will gain hands-on exposure to energy modeling, building certifications, and dewpoint/hygrothermal analyses.

This internship offers mentorship, training, and collaboration with leading real estate developers and design firms as part of our Energy, Sustainability, and Commissioning Services division.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil), Physics, Sustainability, Interior Design, or a related field.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Interest in green building, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Basic familiarity with architectural drawings; basic AutoCAD and/or Revit skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help collect and organize building documents (drawings, spec sheets, assembly details) to support project setup.
• Learn the basics of U-value calculations and assist with simple worksheets for common assemblies (walls, roofs, windows) under close supervision.
• Observe and assist with introductory dewpoint analysis exercises as part of training.
• Shadow senior staff on hygrothermal (WUFI) and CFD project files to learn the basics of the software and workflow.
• Support project teams with administrative and research tasks related to building certifications (LEED, WELL, and similar programs).
• Help identify and summarize sustainable design/construction ideas found during research, for review by senior staff.
• Attend in-house seminars, training sessions, and team meetings to build foundational knowledge.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Architecture/Engineering/Physics/Sustainability

Building science/thermodynamics coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

WUFI

CFD

THERM

COMcheck

OneClick LCA

Job description

# Sustainability and Energy InternInternship Live nowNew York City, NYPosted October 22, 2026Last seen at Socotec on October 22, 2026.FirstRoles never charges new grads or interns to apply.## About this roleSustainability and Energy Intern❮ back to last searchSocotecNew York, New YorkNEWApply for this jobJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany DescriptionSOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory, fire/life safety, special inspection and testing projects.SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work.Job DescriptionAs part of our growth, we are currently looking for a motivated Energy and Sustainability Intern to join our Energy, Sustainability, and Commissioning Services Division, working across both our Energy Modeling and Green Group teams.The Intern will support Energy Analysts, Sustainability Analysts, and Project Managers, and will be exposed to high-profile green and high-performance building projects – locally, nationally, and internationally – with the opportunity to work alongside major real estate developers, award-winning design firms, and top-tier construction companies. The Intern will be integrated into a team of talented SOCOTEC professionals who have completed over 500 LEED projects worldwide, are at the forefront of energy and materials innovation, and have been actively involved in the U.S. Green Building Council since its inception. Our project types are broad, including offices, multi-family residential (mid & high-rise), assembly, natatoriums, and art galleries, with project sizes typically ranging from 100k to 2 million square feet.Join a team at the forefront of net-zero design, building decarbonization, and carbon emissions reduction strategies, helping clients create high-performance, sustainable buildings that support long-term environmental goals while advancing the future of the built environment.This internship is designed for a student or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on, practical exposure to building energy performance, sustainability consulting, and green building certification processes. You will receive training and mentorship from experienced staff while contributing to real client projects, and will be trained on hygrothermal analyses of the building envelope, energy code issues, and sustainability certification schemes.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Help collect and organize building documents (drawings, spec sheets, assembly details) to support project setup• Learn the basics of U-value calculations and assist with simple worksheets for common assemblies (walls, roofs, windows) under close supervision• Observe and assist with introductory dewpoint analysis exercises as part of training• Shadow senior staff on hygrothermal (WUFI) and CFD project files to learn the basics of the software and workflow• Support project teams with administrative and research tasks related to building certifications (LEED, WELL, and similar programs)• Help identify and summarize sustainable design/construction ideas found during research, for review by senior staff• Research energy codes, sustainability concepts, and green building certification programs (LEED, ENERGY STAR, WELL, etc.) and summarize findings• Help organize and proofread reports, calculation summaries, and project files• Communicate with team members and assist with basic coordination tasks as directed• Keep files and trackers organized, and help monitor progress on assigned tasks• Occasionally help prepare slides or materials for internal presentations, white papers, or case studies• Attend in-house seminars, training sessions, and team meetings to build foundational knowledgeQualifications• Currently pursuing, or recently completed, a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil), Physics, Sustainability, Interior Design, or a related field• Eagerness to learn and ability to work well in a team environment• Demonstrated interest or passion for green building, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel• Community or professional organization involvement in sustainability is a plus• Basic familiarity with architectural details/drawings is a plus• Basic AutoCAD and/or Revit skills are a plus• Coursework or exposure to building science, thermodynamics, heat transfer, or sustainability principles is a plus• Exposure to THERM, COMcheck, WUFI, CFD, or LEED/WELL documentation tools (e.g., OneClick LCA) is a plus but not requiredPlease note: This is a technical consulting internship, NOT a design position.Additional InformationFor more information, please visit www.socotec.usJob Type: Mon-Thurs in Office (4 day work week for interns)All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.