High Performance Buildings and Communities intern

About Buildings Places: 

Our Buildings Places practice includes architecture interiors building and system engineering urbanism and planning (inclusive of landscape design) strategy economics technology solutions asset advisory and cost and program management.  This diverse team assists our clients from strategy through project realization creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create.  Our California studio focuses on the Commercial/Corporate Science and Technology Higher Education and Federal market sectors.  We look to combine beauty sustainability resiliency equity and innovation in our projects and believe these values can be instilled in any project regardless of size or budget. 

AECOM is seeking a HighPerformance Buildings and Communities Intern to be based in the Orange CA office.

This position is expected to begin in the summer of 2025.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Performing entrylevel work on a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities requiring the application of standard techniques procedures and criteria in carrying out tasks.
• Follow instructions to accomplish tasks assigned by senior staff.
• Meets required schedules while producing quality work.
• Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of methodology.
• Interns will work alongside other interns and junior staff on collecting data conducting research and organizing and synthesizing information to address the opportunities and/or challenges posed by specific projects and efforts for both communitybased regional and national clients.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be pursuing a bachelors program or higher in Engineering Building Sciences Sustainability Architecture or a related field and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelors degree and plan to continue with a masters degree are eligible to apply for these positions.  Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelors degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a masters degree program in Engineering Building Sciences Sustainability Architecture or a related field

• Knowledge and experience undertaking building energy modeling and/or parametric design.
• Understanding of highperformance and zerocarbon building principles and technologies
• Scripting skillset such as Grasshopper/Python
• Experience in building energy modeling tools such as IES VE Energy Plus etc.
• Experience with building performance analysis including daylight modeling and glare analysis
• Knowledge of sustainability assessment systems (such as LEED WELL ENVISION).

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern