About the role#
RDH Building Science is hiring interns and co-op students for the Summer 2027 term. You will work directly with senior staff on projects involving building enclosure engineering, architecture, and construction management. This is a full-time, on-site position. We provide mentorship from staff across various experience levels to help you build skills in investigation, design, and field quality assurance.
What you'll do#
- Perform field reviews of building enclosure components for new construction and renewal projects.
- Conduct on-site performance testing of building enclosure assemblies, such as air leakage and window water testing.
- Investigate existing buildings by documenting conditions through field notes, sketches, and photos.
- Provide recommendations for building repair, renewal, and rehabilitation.
- Design and implement building asset management programs.
- Conduct research and testing in our in-house lab to evaluate new technologies and strategies.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture program.
- Basic training in building science engineering or related fields.
- Exposure to hands-on construction experience.
- Innovative thinking and a strong sense of teamwork.
- A genuine interest in the building science field.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Oakland, CA; Los Angeles, CA; and Boston, MA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About RDH Building Science
RDH Building Science is an engineering services firm established in 1997. The company operates from its headquarters in Burnaby, British Columbia, and maintains multiple offices across North America. It focuses on building science, including design, construction, and asset management. The staff includes architects, engineers, and climate specialists who work on projects ranging from heritage buildings to net-zero developments.
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