Description
Position Summary
McKinley Architecture and Engineering is looking for a dedicated individual who is interested in the A/E/C industry to join our engineering team for the summer. The intern will have the opportunity to work side-by-side with members of the electrical team to provide design input towards relevant projects. During the experience, the intern will gain exposure to BIM modeling, building system design, and various engineering codes and standards applicable to the industry.
Primary Responsibilities
• Assist engineers in the design and coordination of building layouts, including panels, power feeds and receptacles, and lighting.
• Assist engineers in the design and coordination of building systems, including panel data, fire alarm, and door access systems.
• Support the preparation and modification of engineering drawings and BIM models using Revit.
• Participate in coordination efforts with architectural, structural, civil, and other engineering disciplines.
• Assist with engineering calculations, equipment selections, and technical research as directed.
• Support quality control review and project documentation activities.
• Assist with field investigations, site visits, and construction-phase activities when opportunities are available.
• Participate in design team meetings and contribute to project coordination discussions.
• Work effectively to support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of engineering and project team objectives.
Learning Opportunities
Interns may gain exposure to:
• Data, fire alarm, and door access system design
• General power distribution including panel sizing and layout
• Lighting basics including general illumination and life safety (exit illumination
• Building equipment power feeds and receptacle layouts
• Building information modeling (BIM) using Revit
• Building codes and industry standards
• Construction documentation and specifications
• Field observations and construction coordination
• Interdisciplinary project delivery within an architecture and engineering firm
• Professional engineering practice and career development
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
• Currently enrolled in a 4-year ABET accredited Electrical Engineering or related program.
• Interest in building systems design and construction.
• Strong CAD skills, Revit preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Demonstrated desire to learn and develop technical engineering skills.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a four-year ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering or related program
- Interest in building systems design and construction
- Strong CAD skills
- Revit experience
- Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Demonstrated desire to learn and develop technical engineering skills
What We Do
McKinley Architecture and Engineering is a family-owned, multi-discipline professional services firm headquartered in Wheeling, West Virginia. It provides architecture, engineering, interior design, LEED and energy-efficient design, educational-facility planning, sports and recreation design, historic preservation, and construction contract administration. The firm designs educational, commercial, retail, warehouse, industrial, governmental, institutional, and recreational projects across West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and surrounding states.
