Plumbing Design Engineer Internship Summer 2027 - Boston, MA

About the Program

PAE’s internship program provides hands‑on experience in sustainable engineering design. The 10‑ to 12‑week paid program is offered in major office locations including San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Portland, OR; and Los Angeles, CA. Interns work directly on engineering and design teams, gaining exposure to the full design process from planning through execution and problem solving on projects ranging from small retrofits to high‑profile Living Buildings.

Responsibilities

• Design layout of plumbing systems
• Onsite non‑potable reuse and nutrient recovery systems
• Water data (WUI) analysis
• Electrification of domestic hot water systems
• CAD and Revit
• Energy modeling
• Design calculations
• Construction administration and site visits
• General project timeline/overview
• Specifications
• Site Visits/Site Observation Reports
• Cost estimate review/preparation
• M/E coordination schedule

Qualifications

• 3rd year undergraduate student preferred
• Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering major
• Desire to work in the Building Design industry
• Passionate about sustainable design solutions
• Effective Communicator

Pay

Hourly base rate: $26.00 – $27.00.

Benefits

• Employer‑paid commuter/parking stipend
• Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays
• Opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees