Summer Intern - Sustainable Engineering
About The Position
SOM’s Summer Internship Program is for students planning careers in architecture, structural and sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. Summer interns learn from experts across design disciplines, develop design and visualization skills, and contribute to design projects. Interns participate in a range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events. The program runs from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Applicants must be returning to school in Fall 2027, and applications must include work samples to be reviewed. The application deadline is January 18, 2027. Compensation typically ranges from $30 to $32 per hour and depends on experience, qualifications, location, and education.
Requirements
- Be a current student in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in architecture, engineering, environmental building design, or a related field of study.
- Return to school in Fall 2027.
- Demonstrate strong design capabilities through a portfolio or work samples.
- Have some experience in sustainable design practice.
- Be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and visualization software.
- Be able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
- Submit work samples with the application.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in energy modeling, human comfort studies, daylighting analysis, glare studies, water calculations, or third-party sustainability certifications, with examples including E-Plus, DOE-2 (eQuest), and IES Virtual Environment or other detailed hourly simulation software.
Responsibilities
- Learn from experts across SOM’s design disciplines.
- Build design and visualization skills.
- Contribute to design projects.
- Participate in in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events.
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Career Level
Intern
