SkillBridge Internship – Field Technician

About the role

This opportunity is unique to active-duty US Military Service members with formal approval to participate as a SkillBridge Intern in collaboration with Vets2PM’s authorized SkillBridge program. You will gain hands-on experience during your internship and will have the opportunity to join (upon successful completion of the internship) one of the world's leading technology companies.

As a Field Technician/Specialist, you will be the face of Siemens, helping customers save energy and money while creating a more sustainable future. You may be assigned to one of our three main business groups:

• Building Automation: HVAC Controls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services
• Fire/Life Safety: Fire Alarm, Mass/Emergency Communication, and Sprinkler/Suppression
• Security: Integrated Surveillance and Access Controls

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to diagnose HVAC/Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security electronic control system malfunctions and use your expertise to maintain, repair, or install new equipment; commissioning if needed.
• Consult with our internal engineering and management team for discrepancies in drawings or as problems arise.
• Interface with customers: complete service work documentation, assist with training instructions for future ease-of-use, and recommend system enhancements to provide a value-added partner relationship.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Only active military personnel will be considered for this internship; program acceptance requires military approval.
• Selected candidates will continue to be paid under their current wage/benefits provided by the US Military and will not be paid by Siemens directly throughout internship participation.
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED required.
• Demonstrated experience and/or applied knowledge/aptitude in the following:
  • Technical experience supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, or other related systems.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written).
  • Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members.
  • Ability to work on-site and travel locally as needed.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
  • Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• U.S. Military experience as an E5 or above preferred (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves).
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in demand-side energy services or Certified Energy Manager preferred.
• Familiarity or experience with engineering HVAC, Building Automation, Fire Alarm, or Security systems preferred.

Desired Military Experience

• Civil Engineering (HVAC & Electrician)/ Gas Turbine Electricians
• Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Systems Automation/Integration Technicians
• Nuclear Engineering/Power/Energy & Nuclear Plant Operator
• Satellite/Radar Systems Comm Techs
• Fire Control Navaids
• Submarine Electronics/Computer Techs
• Avionics Systems