Part Time Building Performance Intern - Winter 2026 - Portland Office bei PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC

Who We Are 

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.

PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

About The Internship 

PAE is proud to offer a Winter 2026 Building Performance Internship in partnership with the Energy Trust of Oregon. This grant-funded opportunity supports our commitment to sustainable engineering and regenerative design. As part of a cohort of interns across multiple firms, you’ll focus on MEP 2040 reporting and lead the development of a comprehensive MEP 2040 database for PAE projects. The internship culminates in a final presentation at the beginning of April.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives while building connections with peers and professionals across the industry.

Program Details:

• Duration: 10–12 weeks, from January 6 through March 31, 2026, with the internship concluding shortly after a final presentation in early April
• Commitment: 10-15 hours per week, part-time, paid position
• Experience: Learn about the building design industry from both a traditional and a uniquely PAE perspective
• Location: PAE's Portland Office

What You’ll Do

• Assist with CAD and Revit modeling
• Conduct energy modeling and design calculations
• Collect and organize project data
• Analyze energy use intensity (EUI)
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in architecture or engineering
• Familiarity with buildings and/or building systems
• Completed or enrolled in an energy modeling course
• Passion for sustainable design and interest in MEP 2040
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Desire to work in the building design industry

What We Offer 

• Hiring Base Rate: $23.00 Per Hour 
  • This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay 

PAE offers Interns the following benefits: 

• Commuter benefit stipend 
• Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays
• The opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees

Our commitment to pay equity 

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification. 

To find out more visit our website.

What We’re Made Of 

Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.

Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water. 

Fine Print 

Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. 

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