At Salas O'Brien, we believe in engineering for impact. This drive for making a difference influences not only our projects but also our team culture. We're committed to living our values, inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success, while staying focused on a sustainable future.
Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm dedicated to making a difference for our clients, team members, and the world. We recognize that today’s challenges present tomorrow’s opportunities, and we’re here to design lasting solutions.
We offer integrated engineering and consulting services across industries such as data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and more. Our expertise includes structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and beyond.
Joining our team as an intern or entry level provides a unique chance to gain hands-on experience, build your skills, and contribute to impactful projects. We foster a supportive and enriching environment where interns can grow and learn from industry leaders. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.
To qualify, candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural, audio engineering, or a business-related field such as HR, marketing, finance, or IT. A genuine passion for the AEC industry and a desire to contribute to meaningful work is essential. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team are also important. Experience with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or Revit) and familiarity with engineering analysis tools are helpful. Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and working onsite or at project locations may be required. Previous internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry is a plus but not mandatory.
Salas O'Brien is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities as required by law.
Qualifications Behaviors Required Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Experience Preferred Previous Internship or Coursework Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural, audio engineering, or business-related fields (HR, marketing, finance, IT)
- Genuine passion for the AEC industry and desire to contribute to meaningful work
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Revit
- Familiarity with engineering analysis tools
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work onsite or at project locations
- Previous internship or co-op experience in the AEC industry
- Behaviors: Team player, dedicated, detail oriented, enthusiastic
Salas O'Brien Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Salas O'Brien and has not been reviewed or approved by Salas O'Brien.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options include multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with an individual medical option at no premium, plus no‑cost preventive medications and mental‑health resources. Employer‑paid disability and life coverage further strengthen the safety net.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a base PTO allotment plus company office‑closure days and paid parental leave for births, adoptions, and foster placements. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a standout component of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) employer match with a potential additional company stock contribution, along with RRSP support in Canada and a student‑loan payment 401(k) match in the U.S. These features provide structured long‑term savings support beyond base pay.
Salas O'Brien Insights
What We Do
Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm focused on advancing the human experience through the built environment. Our team is engineered for impact™, helping clients achieve critical goals, advancing our team members through growth and opportunity, and operating at the center of important global issues, including sustainability and decarbonization. We are a top firm as ranked by Engineering News-Record and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, and we have appeared for over a decade on the Inc. 5000 list of North America’s fastest-growing private companies.
