SkillBridge Internship – Field Technician

Siemens • Bellevue, WA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

This SkillBridge internship is for active-duty U.S. military service members who have formal approval to participate through Vets2PM’s authorized SkillBridge program. Interns gain hands-on experience and may have the opportunity to join Siemens after successful completion. Participants remain paid under their current military wages and benefits; Siemens does not pay interns during the internship.

The Field Technician/Specialist represents Siemens in customer interactions and works with building automation, fire and life safety, or integrated security systems. The role involves diagnosing and addressing electronic control system malfunctions, maintaining and repairing equipment, or installing and commissioning new equipment as needed. The technician also consults with internal engineering and management teams, documents service work, helps customers understand system use, and recommends system enhancements.

The work is on-site, with local travel as needed. Internship availability begins in March, April, or May 2027. Siemens’ Smart Buildings business aims to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Possible business-group assignments include Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, and Security.

Requirements

• Active-duty U.S. military personnel only; participation requires military approval and acceptance into the program.
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
• Demonstrated experience, applied knowledge, or aptitude supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, or related systems.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members.
• Ability to work on-site and travel locally as needed.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• At least 18 years of age and a valid driver’s license with limited violations.

Nice To Haves

• U.S. military experience at E5 or above; branches listed include Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, and Reserves.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in demand-side energy services or Certified Energy Manager qualification.
• Familiarity or experience with engineering HVAC, building automation, fire alarm, or security systems.

Responsibilities

• Meet with service customers to diagnose malfunctions in HVAC/building automation, fire/life safety, or integrated security electronic control systems.
• Maintain or repair equipment, or install new equipment for solutions work; commission equipment when needed.
• Consult internal engineering and management teams about drawing discrepancies or problems that arise.
• Interface with customers and complete service work documentation.
• Assist customers with training instructions to support future ease of use.
• Recommend system enhancements and develop value-added customer relationships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED