Commissioning Intern

At Salas O’Brien we’re engineered for impact. That passion applies as much to our team as it does to our projects. We live our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm providing integrated design and consulting across many industries—data centers, healthcare, education, clean energy, high-rise buildings, and more.

Job Summary

As a Commissioning Intern, you’ll support our building systems commissioning team. You’ll help prepare project documents, assist with field visits, and learn how building systems are tested and verified.

In This Role, You Will

• Assist with jobsite visits, equipment testing, and system observations
• Help develop checklists, reports, and commissioning plans
• Support project managers with meeting notes and presentations
• Maintain project files and distribute information to team members
• Provide basic technical support on building systems issues

You’ll Be a Great Fit If

• You’re pursuing a degree in engineering or a related field
• You’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and grow
• You’re comfortable with Microsoft Office and basic documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• You can work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to travel, if necessary, to project sites to conduct field visits

Physical Requirements

This role may involve occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds) and jobsite visits. Reasonable accommodations will be made as needed. Personal protective equipment (hard hat, high-vis vest, safety glasses) also required while on construction sites. Salas O’Brien will supply as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will accommodate disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.