Engineering Intern Summer 2027 - Mission Critical

Description

About the Position:

Bring what you are learning in the classroom to real projects at EEI! As an Engineering Intern, you will contribute to active client and internal work aligned with the discipline for which you are selected and, whenever possible, with the degree you are pursuing.

With guidance from experienced team members, you may support technical reviews, calculations, research, data analysis, design documentation, schedules, meetings, site visits, field observations, testing, commissioning, project controls, and coordination. Your assignments will vary by discipline, project needs, location, and stage of study, giving you practical exposure to how multidisciplinary teams plan, solve problems, and deliver quality work.

This opportunity is designed for a curious and dependable student who is passionate about gaining hands-on experience in commission engineering. If you’re someone who asks thoughtful questions, applies feedback, communicates clearly, and wants meaningful experience in facility and energy consulting, this is a great opportunity for you!

Hourly Rate: $25.00 / hour The above salary range is based on the national average labor market and subject to change.

Location: Sterling, VA

• Location Requirements: Candidates must live within commuting distance of the worksite and have reliable transportation. Housing and relocation assistance are not provided for this internship.

Duration of Internship: 8-10 weeks over summer break, depending on your university summer schedule

What You Will Do:

• Apply classroom theories, technical concepts, and problem-solving methods to active project needs.
• Support project planning, coordination, technical reviews, meetings, site visits, field observations, testing, and documentation.
• Assist with research, data collection and analysis, calculations, cost estimating, standards review, design support, or project controls, depending on your assignment.
• Help prepare and review drawings, specifications, reports, schedules, checklists, presentations, meeting notes, trackers, and other project deliverables.
• Learn from experienced professionals by participating in feedback, coaching, technical learning, and professional development opportunities.
• Communicate progress, confirm priorities, meet commitments, and raise questions or potential constraints early.
• Follow EEI safety, quality, confidentiality, and project procedures while contributing as a dependable member of the team.

Your Discipline Could Align in the Following Path Electrical Engineering Intern: Electrical systems, power distribution, lighting, controls interfaces, calculations, document reviews, field observations, and testing. Mechanical Engineering Intern: HVAC, plumbing, thermal and mechanical systems, calculations, equipment assessments, field observations, and testing. Controls Engineering Intern: Building automation and control systems, sequences of operation, points and trends, graphics, functional testing, troubleshooting, and data review.

Qualifications:

Required

• Currently enrolled in a university program relevant to the selected internship discipline.
• Foundational coursework in engineering, construction, project management, business operations, or a closely related field appropriate to the assignment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, ask thoughtful questions, and apply feedback.
• Effective organization, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a project team.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and standard business technology.
• Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Ability to provide own transportation to client site

Preferred

• Relevant coursework, academic projects, laboratory experience, student organizations, or prior work experience.
• Exposure to design, construction, building systems, commissioning, energy, facilities, controls, data analysis, scheduling, or project coordination.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific software, drafting or modeling tools, data visualization, or project management systems.
• Interest in consulting, building performance, energy efficiency, mission-critical facilities, healthcare, higher education, or other complex facility environments.

Working Conditions:

Typical Travel: Local travel required but may travel out-of-state; depending on project assignments. Location Requirements: Candidates must live within commuting distance of the worksite and have reliable transportation. Housing and relocation assistance are not provided for this internship. Work Environment: A hybrid mix of office, remote, client, and field environments. Site visits may include active construction areas, existing facilities, uneven surfaces, varying weather conditions, and mechanical and electrical rooms. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform assigned office and field activities. Field work may include extended standing or walking, bending, reaching, squatting, climbing stairs or ladders, and carrying project equipment or materials. Reasonable accommodation may be provided. Reports to: A designated manager or project leader, based on the assignment. Partners with: Project Managers, Project Engineers, technical specialists, discipline teams, coordinators, and other business and support functions. Key Representative to: Employees and, when assigned, clients, contractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Benefits and eligibility for interns may vary based on employment status, scheduled hours, assignment length, and applicable plan terms. Any benefits available for a specific internship will be communicated during the recruiting and offer process.
• Housing and relocation assistance are not provided for this internship.

About EEI:

EEI is a recognized leader in facility and energy consulting. We deliver innovative, performance-focused solutions that maximize building performance, extend system lifecycles, and reduce utility costs. This dedication has earned us trusted partnerships with Fortune 500 organizations, national healthcare networks, prestigious universities, and leading government agencies.

Nationally recognized for building commissioning and building performance, EEI also provides facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, and technical program management, supported by specialty teams serving healthcare, data center, and mission-critical facilities.

Our reputation is built by the people who lead our work every day. Our values guide how we make decisions, build trusted relationships, and deliver quality. As an employee-owned company, we share success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), reflecting our commitment to building something meaningful together.

Learn more at https://eeibuildingperformance.com/.

PEOPLE + BUILDING + PERFORMANCE EEI is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to an inclusive culture. EEI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

EEI participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.

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