Illumination Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Acuity Inc.•Wheat Ridge, CO

11d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Acuity’s Internship Program is a paid, 10–12 week summer experience for college students. Interns gain hands-on experience through meaningful work, contribute to real projects, build relationships across the business, and gain exposure to Acuity leaders, teams, and functions. The program can help students explore future opportunities at Acuity, including the BUILD rotational development program and full-time roles. The Nexus Innovation team is seeking an enthusiastic, observant student interested in experimenting with light and helping design new illumination systems. The intern will assist with designing, simulating, building, and testing prototype light engines and luminaires; collaborate with engineers; and use photometric software for lighting calculations, prototype evaluation, and competitive benchmarking. The role is based on-site in Broomfield, Colorado, with office attendance required most business days (80% or more of the work week). Travel requirements are 1–20%. Compensation is $25 per hour for candidates pursuing a bachelor’s degree to $37 per hour for candidates pursuing a master’s degree; placement within the range may vary based on experience and geographic location. Acuity lists health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401(k) benefits, and commissions or incentive compensation depending on the role.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architectural Engineering or a related field.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Ability to work full-time during the internship period.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn new skills, technologies, and business concepts.
Adapt and thrive in changing, fast-paced environments; take ownership and show initiative; communicate and collaborate effectively; use critical thinking and creativity to solve problems; seek feedback and continuous learning; and embrace technology and new tools.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in lighting and/or optical design.
CAD experience, such as Rhino or SolidWorks.
Proven problem-solving capabilities.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Experience leading teams or organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with designing, simulating, building, and testing prototype light engines and luminaires using SolidWorks, Rhino, and Photopia.
Collaborate with engineers to invent new illumination systems.
Use photometric software to perform lighting calculations for prototype evaluation and competitive benchmarking.