Departmental Assistant - Utility Operations Intern
About the role
The Energy Systems Integration Intern will support the integration of the North Energy Exchange Center (NEEC) into the UMass Amherst Energy Command Center. This role provides hands-on experience with advanced building energy systems, including OSIsoft PI data historian and Johnson Controls Metasys building management systems. The intern will assist in developing tools, dashboards, and analytics that improve system performance, reliability, and visualization.
Responsibilities
- Aid in setting up and maintaining dig safe logs and documentation of findings.
- Correct and update AutoCAD utility mapping with guidance.
- Support the integration of the North Energy Exchange Center (NEEC) into the UMass Amherst Energy Command Center.
- Investigate the OSI Pi Vision software.
- Support crew members during steam distribution system startups and shutdowns.
- Help with the installation and maintenance of steam distribution systems.
- Participate in potable water distribution flushing.
- Work alongside the backflow technician during testing and inspections.
Requirements
- Minimum junior year standing in Facilities Management or Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or related field).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; database or programming experience preferred.
- Coursework or experience in thermodynamics, energy systems, or controls desirable.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools a plus.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Qualifications
Minimum junior year standing in Facilities Management or Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or related field). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; database or programming experience preferred. Coursework or experience in thermodynamics, energy systems, or controls desirable. Familiarity with data visualization tools a plus. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Skills
None specified in the job posting.
Benefits
None specified in the job posting.
Pay
Hourly Rate: 20
Schedule
Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references. This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.