Building Enclosure Intern

SSR Career • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

SSR is seeking a motivated Building Enclosure Intern to join our team and support enclosure consulting, design review, and field investigation efforts. Our Building Enclosure team specializes in the performance, durability, and integrity of exterior building systems including roofs, walls, windows, and waterproofing. This internship offers exposure to a growing discipline that bridges architecture, structural engineering, and materials science—ideal for students interested in building science and building performance.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Science, or a related field.
• Completion of sophomore year or higher by the start of the internship.
• Strong attention to detail and interest in building systems, materials, and performance.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or Bluebeam is a plus.
• Willingness to perform field work in various environmental conditions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of theories and methodologies relevant to the discipline.
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity.
• Judgment and decision–making, with attention to detail and follow–through.
• Positive interpersonal collaboration and professionalism in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating building envelope systems for new construction and existing buildings.
• Conduct site visits to observe construction progress, inspect details, and document field conditions.
• Help review architectural drawings and specifications for compliance with best practices and performance criteria.
• Participate in enclosure testing procedures, including water infiltration testing, infrared thermography, and air barrier evaluations.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, inspection checklists, and field documentation.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and SSR design teams to resolve enclosure challenges.
• Apply industry standards and SSR policies under the guidance of project leads; document work with accuracy and completeness.
• Attend team meetings; capture notes, actions, and due dates; follow up to keep tasks moving.
• Seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills; share recent developments or coursework insights with the team.
• Participate in internal/external trainings, lunch–and–learns, and site walks to build practical experience.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers; ask questions proactively and escalate blockers early.

Benefits

• Paid overtime
• Housing allowance provided for interns who do not reside near any of our office locations.
• Exposure to a specialized and high-demand area of building design and consulting.
• Hands-on experience with field inspections, diagnostic testing, and forensic analysis.
• Mentorship from experienced enclosure professionals and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• A deeper understanding of how building science informs durable, efficient, and sustainable design.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree