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Buildings and Facilities Engineering Rotational Intern
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Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Position Summary: Not sure which corner of building services engineering or architecture is the right fit for you? As a Building and Facilities Engineering Rotational Intern, you'll find out firsthand. You'll rotate through multiple disciplines and markets, working alongside experienced architects and engineers on real projects that shape communities. Along the way, you'll put your classroom knowledge to work, build the professional skills that set you apart, and discover the career paths that excite you most. This internship will give you the opportunity to explore career options in 3 of the following disciplines: Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Site Design, Facilities Structures, and Project Delivery. This program is designed for students who have not yet selected a specific focus area within architecture or engineering and are interested in exploring multiple paths.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Assist senior or lead (architects, engineers, interior designers, project managers) with basic design tasks, including research, simple studies, and layout support
- Help prepare drawings and documents for programming, schematic design, modeling, graphics, design development, and construction phases
- Support the creation of presentation and marketing materials
- Assist with construction phase activities, including participating in site visits, supporting RFI responses, reviewing shop drawings, and helping update record drawings
- Follow established quality control procedures and ask questions as needed
- Learn and apply department and company standards and best practices
- Develop basic design, analysis, and technical skills through hands-on experience
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate with team members
- Receive guidance and direction from supervisors and team leaders
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and other multidisciplinary team members
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Familiarity in using standard Microsoft Office for document creation and email communication
- Ability to prepare well organized, clear, and concise written materials
- Ability to support work with attention to detail and creativity
- Developing presentation skills, including communicating ideas to different groups
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively with guidance from supervisors
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate well with others
- Familiarity with Autodesk and/or Bentley software packages such as Revit, AutoCad, or 3D studio.
Required Experience
- Full-time student currently pursuing an ABET accredited undergraduate degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, fire protection engineering, architecture, or interior design candidates should be enrolled in a NAAB accredited program
Preferred Experience
- Coursework in a related field
- Previous internship or relevant work experience
- Familiarity with design and production software, with the ability to use these tools to develop project documents and collaborate with project team members
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
This position is located at 4525 Main Street, Suite 1400, Virginia Beach, VA. View the Google Map in full screen.