Commissioning Engineering Intern (Available June 2026)

ARUP Group • Houston, TX

52d • $24 - $44

About The Position

See it differently You see the world through a unique lens and that's exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently - it's essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of interns to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities. Embarking on a career in commissioning means joining a discipline that thrives on adaptability, creativity, and continuous learning. Whether you are about to graduate or still navigating your university journey, our team offers a dynamic environment where no two days are ever quite the same. Commissioning is not limited to one area of expertise; instead, it demands a holistic approach and the willingness to learn and adjust to a variety of skill sets. You'll find yourself working across disciplines, collaborating with professionals from design, engineering, construction, and operations to ensure projects come alive with excellence and precision.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree - Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Science and/ or related technical fields
• Effective communication skills
• Outstanding analytical problem-solving skills
• Must have a passion to learn, and enjoy collaborating with a team
• Desire to work at desk and in field
• Understanding of energy, building envelope systems, and water system technologies
• Excellent organizational and computer skills
• Familiarity with triple bottom line cost-effectiveness analysis
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Working towards Commissioning or related credentials a plus
• Knowledge of building automation systems a plus
• Experience with Controls, and Test & Balance of building systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based work
• Develop commissioning documentation under the guidance of the Lead Commissioning Engineer
• Develop an understanding of commissioning best practices like ASHRAE, BCxA, AEE, NFPA etc.
• Assisting the Lead Commissioning Engineer in developing and implementing testing procedures during the acceptance phase of construction
• Analyze system performance using historical data, site measurements, and trending
• Develop spreadsheets for analyses, perform field assessments and on-site commissioning activities
• Deploy metering/monitoring devices for assessment of systems
• Develop presentations to translate analysis findings, or specific stages of the commissioning process.
• Shadow/learn different internal design disciplines to understand the design process from the innovative eyes of Arup designers, planners, and engineers.
• Develop an understanding of high-performance design, test & balance, control strategy optimization, energy efficient equipment design, and life cycle costing
• Develop an understanding of mechanical, electrical, lighting, plumbing, facades, fire/life safety, building controls systems, information, technology, and communications systems (ITC).
• Work with the lead Commissioning engineer to learn client control systems, identify system shortfalls, and analyze for alternatives
• Prepare summaries of work for clients, attend client meetings, and assist with proposal development
• Cost & benefit analysis of improvement measures over a project life cycle
• Working with Lead Commissioning Engineer to optimize control strategies for MEP systems
• Develop an understanding of commissioning tasks associated with LEED, AEGB & WELL projects
• Develop an understanding of ASHRAE energy audits
• Develop understanding of project documentation such as scope of work, specifications, submittals, design drawings, RFI's, O&M's, and systems manuals.

Benefits

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.
• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees