2027 Building Technology Student Intern
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HGA
San Francisco, CA, US
Summary
The intern will assist with engineering designs, calculations, and the preparation of construction documents under the guidance of licensed professionals. They will also participate in project meetings, conduct site visits for field observations, and utilize engineering software to support project deliverables.
Job Description
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 team of integrated experts partner closely with clients through a collaborative and transparent process, delivering successful project outcomes across Healthcare, Education, Science + Technology, Arts, Community + Living, Workplace, and Government markets.
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:
- Currently 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. 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!
HGA is a national interdisciplinary design firm committed to making a positive, lasting impact for our clients and communities through research-based, holistic solutions. We believe that great design requires a sense of curiosity—forming deep insight into our clients, their contexts, and the human condition. We are a collective of 1,000 architects, engineers, interior designers, planners, researchers, and strategists. Our practice spans multiple markets, including science and technology, corporate, cultural, education, local and federal government, and healthcare.
HGA’s work has received numerous awards throughout our history—from our own industries, as well as those of our clients. Equally as meaningful to us is the shared impact we create with our clients through purposeful design that speaks to the human experience.
#HGA #HGADesign
Founded
1953
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
HGA is a national interdisciplinary design firm committed to making a positive, lasting impact for our clients and communities through research-based, holistic solutions. We believe that great design requires a sense of curiosity—forming deep insight into our clients, their contexts, and the human condition. We are a collective of 1,000 architects, engineers, interior designers, planners, researchers, and strategists. Our practice spans multiple markets, including science and technology, corporate, cultural, education, local and federal government, and healthcare.
HGA’s work has received numerous awards throughout our history—from our own industries, as well as those of our clients. Equally as meaningful to us is the shared impact we create with our clients through purposeful design that speaks to the human experience.
#HGA #HGADesign
Founded
1953
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN