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Building Systems Technology Internship Summer 2027 - Portland, OR
CompanyPAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC
LocationPortland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 16, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with technology design, including structured-cabling, audiovisual, and security systems, while gaining experience in the full project design process. Responsibilities also include performing site visits, preparing observation reports, and conducting cost estimate reviews.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$23 - $24
Company Size
796
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
PAE provides mechanical and electrical engineering design, technology system design, energy modeling and analysis, and more.
At our core, PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies we solve problems in unique ways and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.
PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.
As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
About the Role
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: PDOR Portland - Portland, OR 97204Position Type: InternshipJob Category: EngineeringThe Opportunity
PAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Plumbing Design Engineering Intern to join our team in any one of our major office locations, including: San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, New York, NY, Boston, MA, Denver, CO, Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA.
Who We Are
PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
About The Program
Our internship program provides hands-on experience in sustainable engineering design. The 10 to 12 week paid program gives interns the opportunity to learn about the building design industry from a traditional viewpoint, and to learn the PAE and LUMA way. We have internships in the areas of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, lighting design, regenerative design, and building systems technology design.
Interns here work directly as part of our engineering and design teams. From small retrofits to high-profile Living Buildings, you'll gain an understanding of the entire design process - the planning, the execution, and the problem solving.
What You'll Do
Technology design including structured-cabeling, audiovisual, and security-system design services
CAD and Revit
NEC Review
One-line diagram layout
Reviewable energies
Construction administration
General project timeline/overview
Specifications
Site Visits/Site Observation Reports
Cost estimate review/preparation
M/E coordination schedule
Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring
3rd year undergraduate student preferred
Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering major
Desire to work in the Building Design industry
Passionate about sustainable design solutions
Effective Communicator
What We Offer
Hourly base rate: $23.00 - $24.00
The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered.
PAE Offers Interns the Following Benefits:
Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays
The opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees
This is an on-site intern position based in one of our local offices
Our commitment to pay equity
PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.
To find out more visit our website.
What We’re Made Of
Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.
Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.
Fine Print
Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
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Key Skills
Plumbing designCADRevitNEC reviewOne-line diagram layoutConstruction administrationSpecificationsSite visitsCost estimate reviewSustainable engineeringStructured-cablingAudiovisual designSecurity-system designCommunication
Categories
EngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityConstructionEnergyTechnology
Benefits
Commuter stipendParking stipendPaid time off for sick leavePaid community service leavePaid holidays
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