2027 Building Technology Student Intern

Overview:

Summer 2027 - Building Technology Engineering Internship Opportunity at HGA!

Locations: Milwaukee, WI or San Francisco, CA

Begin to build your future at HGA! We have an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate school student for a paid summer internship in summer of 2027. The summer internship is typically 12 weeks in length beginning on or before June 1, 2027, through mid-August (depending on your schedule).

HGA is a full-service planning and design firm of over 1,000 professionals offering planning, engineering, architecture and interior design services in 12 offices. Our nationally recognized, integrated team of experts brings a highly collaborative and transparent approach that ensures the success of clients’ projects. At HGA, we are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy and to carbon reductions in our structures through our participation in the SE2050 challenge. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly, and social activities are integrated into our office culture.  As HGA continues to learn how we can enhance an equitable culture, we’ve reaffirmed how important it is to have a safe environment, one where everyone can bring their best selves to work every day. We offer challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of some great projects.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026Interviews conducted: October – November 2026Offers extended: By December 2026Summer internship dates: June 1, 2027 – Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

What you'll do:

As a Building Technology Engineering Intern, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of engineering experiences, including:

• Assist with the preparation of engineering designs, project solutions, and construction documents.
• Support engineering design calculations and analyses under the guidance of licensed professionals.
• Research applicable codes, standards, and regulations while collaborating with project teams and public agencies.
• Review and analyze reports, drawings, specifications, test results, and other project-related data.
• Utilize Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and other engineering software tools to support project deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other team members to contribute to project success.
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to multidisciplinary design processes.
• Visit construction sites to assist with field observations, information gathering, and documentation, as opportunities arise.
• Develop technical, professional, and communication skills through hands-on project experience and mentorship.

What you'll bring:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Preferred fields of study may include Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline, depending on the practice area.
• Rising junior, senior, or graduate-level students are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with Revit
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a desire to learn in a collaborative environment.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Hourly Rate: $24.00/hour - $25/hour (Milwaukee, WI) and $30/hour (San Francisco, CA).

To Apply:

• Please submit a PDF resume that includes:
• Degree program
• Anticipated graduation date
• GPA

We are excited to learn more about you and look forward to receiving your application!

Thank you and we can't wait to hear from you!