About the role#
HGA offers a paid summer internship for students interested in building technology engineering. This is a full-time, 12-week position running from June 2027 through mid-August. You will work on-site in either our Milwaukee or San Francisco office, gaining hands-on experience through mentorship and project involvement.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the preparation of engineering designs, project solutions, and construction documents.
- Perform engineering design calculations and analyses under the guidance of licensed professionals.
- Research codes, standards, and regulations while working with project teams and public agencies.
- Review and analyze reports, drawings, specifications, test results, and project data.
- Use Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and other engineering software to support deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineers and designers to contribute to project success.
- Join project meetings to learn about multidisciplinary design processes.
- Visit construction sites to assist with field observations and documentation.
- Develop your technical and professional skills through direct project experience.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.
- Status as a rising junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Familiarity with Revit.
- Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin or San Francisco, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About HGA
HGA is an interdisciplinary design firm founded in 1953. Based in Minneapolis, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It provides services in architecture, planning, engineering, and interior design. The firm operates across several sectors, including healthcare, education, government, and corporate markets.
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