Building Automation Systems Specialist Internship

Siemens•Detroit, MI

6d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Siemens is seeking Smart Building Systems Specialist Interns for their internship program. This internship offers hands-on experience in installing, programming, and servicing HVAC automation systems in commercial buildings. Interns will also gain exposure to sales and project/service operations, learning how Siemens brings smart building solutions to life and supports customer needs from installation to long-term maintenance. The positions are based in Plymouth, MI.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or state-recognized GED
Students currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a 2-year Technical College/School pursuing a degree in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical Engineering / Technology, Electrical Engineering / Technology, Energy/Sustainability and Built Environment or related program.
Ability to work 40-hours per week for the 10-week program (May-July or June - August)
Must be willing and able to work onsite at the location and surrounding local area.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company or school sponsorship. This program does not support students on a Visa such as F1, J1, M1 and H1B as well as OPT/CPT.
Comfortable working in dynamic environments; including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings, whether it’s hot, cold, indoors, or outdoors.
Hands-on role that requires the use of hand tools, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other tech to review program and troubleshoot building systems.
Physically capable of safely lifting and transporting tools and equipment up to 75 pounds without assistance.
Team player who enjoys collaborating with coworkers and customers to deliver smart, safe, energy-efficient building solutions.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experienced working on Windows-based laptops; quick to learn new software platforms for automation and control systems.
Strong communication skills able to clearly document your work and communicate technical issues and solutions with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

Spend most of your time on job sites with experienced Siemens technicians, learning how we install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation, systems in commercial buildings.
Take part in on-the-job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
Learn how Siemens brings smart building solutions to life by spending time with our sales team.
Gain insight into how we engage with customers and design solutions that improve building performance and safety.
Rotate through our service and project delivery teams to understand how customer needs are supported from installation to long-term maintenance and upgrades.
Work alongside experienced technicians to visit customer sites and troubleshoot HVAC, Building Automation, and electronic control systems.
Assist in diagnosing issues, performing maintenance and repairs, or supporting new installations and system commissioning.
Collaborate with our engineering and project management teams to resolve any discrepancies in system drawings or address challenges encountered on the job.
Interface directly with customers: document service activities, help explain system operations, and provide basic training to ensure smooth hand-off.
Recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and add long-term value for the customer.