Electrical Intern Summer
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
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- Chicago
- Chicago
- Summer 2027
Job Reference burohappold/TP/654/2480
Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract
Competitive
Working Hours:
40
Location:
Chicago
Job Category:
Early Careers
Business Unit:
USA
Buro Happold is seeking a motivated and collaborative Electrical Intern to join our team and contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
As an Electrical Intern, you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, gaining hands‑on experience while contributing to impactful projects that shape communities, advance sustainability, and support the global effort to address climate change.
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional .
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a moreequitableworld. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you,it’llbe anything but ordinary.
Your next role
Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.
As an Electrical Intern, you will collaborate with other engineers to develop creative, energy‑efficient buildings that provide aesthetics to their physical surroundings and utility to their occupants. In return,we’llhelp you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
- Using Revit, prepare technical drawings, schedules, and reports
- Analyze load todeterminesystem sizing, and assign circuitry for power and lighting devices
- Undertake electrical engineering building services design and calculations (using software and knowledge to verify robust calculations such as Design Master and SKM)
- Embrace the latest technologies to improve performance and sustainability
Your skills and experience
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
- Coursework in electrical power systems design, control systems, and/or building systems design
- Interest in the electrical engineering industry with an emphasis on the power side of the discipline
- Academic research, coursework, or other experience with alternative energy systems and other technologies new to the construction industry preferred
- Familiarity with BIM modeling software, such as Revit, AutoCAD
- Internship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environment
- Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
- Eagerness to learnand work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements
Whatweoffer
- Hourly rate of $24 to $34 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location
- Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
- Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
- Connect with colleagues and build your network through our Employee Resource Groups, including the Young Employees Forum, Diversity & Inclusion Forum, Women's Network, Wellness Committee, and Black at Buro Happold
Ready for something a little less ordinary?
Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We have much to learn from one another.
Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.
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