Project Engineering Intern

Ameresco • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Ameresco is seeking a Project Engineering Intern to join the team in Spring 2027. The role supports the Office of Mental Health’s comprehensive Energy Efficiency and Pollution Program (CEEP), based in Albany, New York. The intern assists with project coordination and management during design and construction, including working with vendors, subcontractors, customers, and internal teams. The position also supports project documentation, technical analysis, cost tracking, and construction meetings. Travel is required.

Requirements

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, facility management, or energy management.
• Proven ability to gather, validate, and analyze quantitative data and information.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Project.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and business relationships.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence and in good standing.
• Ability to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to large-scale construction projects involving upgrades, renovations, and retrofits at institutional, government, commercial, and industrial customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to arrange site and building access for ongoing construction services.
• Work with the site Project Manager to maintain contact and coordinate with Ameresco customers and subcontractors during design and construction, including providing project status updates and addressing delays or other concerns.
• Manage, coordinate, and supervise subcontractors to support quality control and ensure projects are installed according to design documents, delivered on time and within budget, and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Evaluate technologies and equipment and recommend the most suitable options for each application.
• Provide management with required project support, reports, and documentation, as well as technical and other support to sales, engineering, and operating functions as needed.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and the Project Team to prepare and maintain project presentations, documentation, and related materials.
• Maintain accurate project records, including daily logs, schedule updates, and customer interface records.
• Review and manage project expenditures, ensuring invoices approved for payment are within the project-report budget and have appropriate purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation.
• Foster effective customer, subcontractor, and vendor relationships across multiple levels and project phases.
• Attend weekly construction meetings at the jobsite.
• Analyze proposals, prepare spreadsheets, and assist with review meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Potential eligibility for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role
• People-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern