Commissioning Intern (Summer 2027)

dbHMS•Chicago, IL

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commissioning Intern will support a variety of projects while working closely with Cx Project Managers, clients, and MEP design engineers. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates with less than one year of industry experience. The internship provides an opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning skills in a supportive office culture with a diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment, with some work in a construction/field environment involving trips to project sites. The internship is temporary, with a defined start and end date.

Requirements

Enrolled in a 4-year Engineering program or a graduate from a 4-year Engineering Program with less than one year of relevant work experience (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, and Architectural Engineering preferred).
Ability to operate computer software such as Microsoft Office programs to perform basic engineering tasks.

Nice To Haves

Any field experience in Facilities, Construction, Building Trades, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to travel to job sites with a Cx Project Manager.
Ability to speak and interact with Project Managers, Skilled Trades, Contractors.
Ability to multi-task by working on multiple overlapping projects.
Motivated self-starter, fast learner committed to learning on the job and personal self-development.

Responsibilities

Assist full-time Cx Staff Engineers with reviewing design, evaluating selected material and product submittals, or other engineering tasks.
Collaborate with other engineers on routine Cx assigned engineering tasks.
Navigate and manage software programs specifically designed for Cx Projects.
Draft Cx Project Documents and write engineering reports with Senior Engineers.
Perform site visits to see equipment and building systems as they are assembled and tested, verifying performance and contract spec compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.