About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience in the smart building industry. You will work with experienced technicians to install, program, and service HVAC automation systems in commercial buildings. This program focuses on technical skill development through field work, job shadowing, and direct customer interaction.
What you'll do#
- Spend most of your time on job sites learning to troubleshoot and maintain building automation and electronic control systems.
- Rotate through service and project delivery teams to see how customer needs are supported from installation to long-term maintenance.
- Assist with system commissioning, repairs, and diagnosing technical issues.
- Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to resolve challenges and fix discrepancies in system drawings.
- Spend time with the sales team to understand how smart building solutions are designed and presented to customers.
- Document service activities and provide basic training to customers regarding system operations.
- Recommend potential system upgrades or enhancements to improve performance.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or state-recognized GED.
- Current enrollment in or recent completion of a 2-year technical degree in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related energy and sustainability program.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week for the 10-week program.
- Physical ability to lift and move tools and equipment up to 75 pounds without help.
- Comfort working in diverse environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and behind ceilings.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using Windows-based laptops.
- Strong communication skills to document work and explain technical issues.
- Ability to work on-site in the Fremont area.
Location & details#
- Location: Fremont, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
About Siemens
Siemens is a technology company based in Munich and Berlin. It focuses on automation machinery manufacturing for sectors such as infrastructure, industry, mobility, and healthcare. The company integrates physical and digital systems to support sustainability and efficiency initiatives. It also maintains a majority stake in Siemens Healthineers.
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