Buildings Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

GlobalFoundries • Essex Junction, VT

2d • $20 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Building System Engineer intern in Essex, Vermont. The intern will help operate, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace facility mechanical components and systems, including mechanical equipment, Process Cooling Water systems, and exhaust HVAC systems. The role also involves overseeing building technicians and the preventive maintenance program, developing and implementing capital improvement projects, and supporting construction, renovation, and equipment maintenance activities. The intern will inspect work in progress and existing facility equipment, advise construction supervisors and contractors, and prepare condition reports, repair designs, and cost estimates. All work must be performed safely and in support of Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements. The internship offers mentorship, growth-oriented assignments, professional development, and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluency in English, written and verbal.
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills or technical aptitude.
• Industrial or commercial systems experience.
• Understanding of system design parameters, safety and environmental shutdown scenarios, and electronic control of equipment.
• Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute meaningful solutions, and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace facilities mechanical components and systems, including mechanical equipment, Process Cooling Water systems, and exhaust HVAC systems.
• Oversee the Building Technician and the preventive maintenance program.
• Develop and implement capital improvement projects, including construction, remodeling, renovation, improvements, and maintenance of building equipment.
• Develop preliminary concepts and detailed engineering designs, and provide scopes of work for bidding.
• Conduct periodic inspections of work in progress and advise construction supervisors and contractors on plans and specifications.
• Inspect and maintain existing facilities equipment and prepare reports on condition, observed deficiencies, repair designs, and estimated repair costs.
• Perform work safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
• Collaborate on other projects or assignments as needed and complete other tasks assigned by the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern