About the role#
Buro Happold is looking for an Electrical Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will join our team in Pittsburgh to work on engineering solutions for building projects. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers a hybrid work environment.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers to develop energy-efficient building designs.
- Use Revit to prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports.
- Analyze loads to determine system sizing and assign circuitry for power and lighting.
- Perform electrical engineering design and calculations using Design Master and SKM.
- Use current technologies to improve building performance and sustainability.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program for Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
- Coursework in electrical power systems, control systems, or building systems design.
- An interest in the power side of the electrical engineering industry.
- Familiarity with BIM software, specifically Revit and AutoCAD.
- Ability to explain technical ideas in an accessible way.
- A desire to learn and work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Prior internship experience at an engineering firm and research or coursework involving alternative energy systems are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $21 to $31 per hour, depending on education level and location.
About Buro Happold
Buro Happold is an international consultancy of engineers, designers, and advisers. Founded in 1976, the firm operates as a partnership from its headquarters in Bath, England. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company provides services across infrastructure, sustainability, and structural engineering for projects globally.
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