About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. You will work on commercial and institutional construction projects as part of the Building Envelope Commissioning team. This is a field-heavy position, requiring weekly travel by car to various project sites throughout New England.
What you'll do#
- Assist with building envelope evaluations, forensics, and diagnostic testing on existing buildings.
- Conduct envelope tests during construction, including window air and water tests, infrared imaging, blower door tests, adhesion tests, and fog tests. We will provide training on these procedures.
- Perform envelope inspections and assist with energy audits focused on the building envelope.
- Participate in commissioning meetings and support the team with plan and specification reviews.
- Write field reports and assist in the development of commissioning plans and specifications.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a major in architecture or construction management, with completed coursework in construction, engineering, architecture, or related fields.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and email.
- Ability to read commercial construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
- Strong written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams.
- A valid driver’s license and a dependable automobile for travel to project sites.
- Prior experience with energy audits, blower door testing, or infrared imaging is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Travel: Weekly travel by car to project sites is required.
About Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm. Based in Irvine, California, the company employs over 2,300 people. It provides services across architecture, structural engineering, and energy efficiency. The firm works on projects related to sustainability and decarbonization.
How to get in at Salas O'Brien
Applying early at Salas O'Brien gives you a distinct advantage before the candidate pool grows too large. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can submit your application among the first. Getting your materials in front of a human before the pile grows is a practical way to manage the job hunt. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces the specific people managing these openings, allowing you to ask informed questions or request a referral. Connecting with the right person often makes the difference between a silent inbox and a conversation.
