Building Automation Systems Specialist Internship

Siemens • Fremont, CA

1d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Siemens is seeking Smart Building Systems Specialist Interns for its Smart Building Internship Program, based in the Fremont, California area. The 10-week program provides hands-on experience supporting the installation, programming, service, and commissioning of HVAC automation, building automation, and electronic control systems in commercial buildings. Interns spend approximately 80% of their time gaining field technician experience, 10% with the sales team, and 10% rotating through project and service operations. The program includes on-the-job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction. Interns work at customer sites alongside experienced technicians and collaborate with engineering, project management, sales, service, and project delivery teams. The listed program start dates are May 17, May 24, June 7, and June 14. The program is onsite and offers no relocation or housing stipend.

Requirements

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a two-year technical college or school program pursuing a degree in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical Engineering or Technology, Electrical Engineering or Technology, Energy/Sustainability and Built Environment, or a related program.
• Available to work 40 hours per week for the 10-week program, scheduled May–July or June–August.
• Willing and able to work onsite in the Fremont location and surrounding local area; no relocation or housing stipend is provided.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship; the program does not support F1, J1, M1, H1B, OPT, or CPT status.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings, in hot or cold conditions and indoors or outdoors.
• Able to safely lift and transport tools and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and experienced using Windows-based laptops.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document work clearly and communicate technical issues and solutions to customers and team members.
• Team-oriented and willing to collaborate with coworkers and customers.
• Able to use hand tools, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other technology to review programs and troubleshoot building systems.

Responsibilities

• Visit customer sites with experienced technicians and troubleshoot HVAC, building automation, and electronic control systems.
• Assist with diagnosing issues, maintenance, repairs, new installations, and system commissioning.
• Learn how Siemens installs, programs, and services HVAC automation systems in commercial buildings through training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
• Spend time with the sales team to learn how Siemens engages customers and designs smart building solutions.
• Rotate through service and project delivery teams to learn how customer needs are supported from installation through maintenance and upgrades.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to resolve drawing discrepancies and job-site challenges.
• Document service activities and help explain system operations to customers.
• Provide basic customer training to support a smooth hand-off.
• Identify and recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and customer value.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $22.00 for first-time interns or $24.00 for returning interns; actual pay may vary based on budget, candidate qualifications and experience, and premium geographic location.
• Eligible to contribute to Siemens' 401(k) program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED