Building Systems Engineering Internship - Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport is the 20th-busiest airport in the world and the 5th-busiest airport in the United States, serving 64 million passengers last year and generating more than $33.5 billion for the region annually. DEN is the largest and newest commercial airport in the United States and consists of 15 million square feet of built environment. Join the team at DEN and be part of the future for the words most exciting and forward-thinking airport. Learn more about DEN at www.flydenver.com.
The Facilities Services section at DEN is seeking an Architectural/Engineering Intern to learn from the inside out what it takes to maintain and run a major international airport. This person will perform entry-level architectural or engineering work in the Facilities department. The position will be involved in a multitude of different projects. If you are a current student who enjoys variety and who is interested in learning how an airport operates in a variety of conditions and situations, and how various roles plug in to the organization, this may be a fantastic opportunity to lay the groundwork for your future career.
This is an on-call position with an expected start date of June 1st, 2019 and an end date of August 7th , 2019. This position is expected to work no more than 39 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.
Check out the DEN Internship Experience here: https://youtu.be/FTQ4vYlKX4M
As an intern you will get to experience the following:
- Assist in compiling data for architectural project programming and business cases
- Assisting in performing field investigation and verification
- Assist in compiling data for architectural plans, design standards, specifications, cost estimates, reports, etc.
- Assist in the preparation and review of contract drawings for new and alteration projects
- Conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with detailed design documents
- Prepares quantitative data (e.g. material take-offs) to support construction cost estimates
- Monitors project scope development and changes, tracking adjustments to the projected project construction cost
- Supporting engineer and/or project manager on various meetings and projects as needed
- Assist in team meetings by documenting meeting minutes and preparing action items for team review and communication
- Coordinate permits with the developmental services and Denver Fire Department (DFD)
- Document mechanical and electrical systems and DEN historical documents for research
- Research, analyze, and calculate data such as airflow, lighting loads, power trends, etc.
- Participate in construction meetings
Our ideal candidate will have/be:
- Minimum of a sophomore standing or higher pursing a degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Project/Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical/Life Safety Engineering, or a related field
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- A self-starter with the capacity to take initiative
- Positive attitude
- Critical thinker with a strong attention to detail
- A successful track record of being dependable, reliable, and focused
- Proven successful at working collaboratively with others as well as working independently
- Proficient in MS Office Suites
- Exposure to Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Primavera software tools is desirable
- Ability to hold an airport ID badge
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
We understand that your time is valuable please do not apply unless you meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Education Requirement: Current enrollment in an accredited college program leading to a certificate, licensure, associates, bachelor’s, or higher degree in, or a recent graduate (completed specified program within 1 year of completion).
- Experience Requirement: None
- Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted
- License/Certification Requirement: By position, may require a valid Driver's License at the time of application
- Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment
Other mandatory documentation required to be considered for this position:
- Current college transcript (Official or Unofficial)
FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.