Building Automation Systems Specialist Internship

About the role

Siemens Smart Building Internship Program seeks Smart Building Systems Specialist Interns based in Rolling Meadows, Chicago, IL. Interns will work onsite with experienced technicians to install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation and building systems in commercial buildings, gaining hands‑on experience, real‑world skills, and professional development while contributing to comfortable, safe, and energy‑efficient customer environments.

Responsibilities

• Spend approximately 80% of time on job sites with Siemens technicians, learning to install, program, and service advanced HVAC automation systems; participate in on‑the‑job training, job shadowing, troubleshooting, and classroom instruction.
• Gain 10% exposure to sales activities, learning how Siemens engages customers and designs smart building solutions that improve performance and safety.
• Rotate 10% through service and project delivery teams to understand how customer needs are supported from installation to long‑term maintenance and upgrades.
• Work alongside experienced technicians to visit customer sites and troubleshoot HVAC, Building Automation, and electronic control systems.
• Assist in diagnosing issues, performing maintenance and repairs, or supporting new installations and system commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to resolve discrepancies in system drawings or address challenges encountered on the job.
• Interface directly with customers: document service activities, help explain system operations, and provide basic training to ensure smooth hand‑off.
• Recommend upgrades or system enhancements that improve performance and add long‑term value for the customer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state‑recognized GED.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a 2‑year Technical College/School pursuing a degree in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, Mechanical Engineering/Technology, Electrical Engineering/Technology, Energy/Sustainability and Built Environment, or a related program.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the 10‑week program (May‑July or June‑August).
• Willing and able to work onsite at the Rolling Meadows, Chicago area location