About the role#
Buro Happold is seeking an Electrical Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will join our team in Chicago to work on projects focused on energy-efficient buildings. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers a hybrid work environment. You will work alongside engineers to develop solutions that support sustainability and building performance.
What you'll do#
- Use Revit to prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports.
- Analyze electrical loads to determine system sizing and assign circuitry for power and lighting devices.
- Perform electrical engineering building services design and calculations using software like Design Master and SKM.
- Collaborate with other engineers to develop creative, energy-efficient building designs.
- Explore new technologies to improve performance and sustainability.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
- Coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, or building systems design.
- An interest in the electrical engineering industry, specifically the power side.
- Familiarity with BIM modeling software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
- Ability to communicate technical ideas in an accessible way.
- An eagerness to learn and work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience with alternative energy systems or previous internship experience at an engineering firm is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
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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