Facade Intern - Chicago (Summer 2026)

Overview

Summer facade engineering internship in Chicago focusing on analysis, design, and site work.

Key Responsibilities

• site visits
• envelope analysis
• technical review
• façade calculations
• cad detailing

Tasks

-Participate in site visits to projects and prepare site observation reports. -Utilize advanced analysis programs and techniques to understand building envelope physics and façade design -Perform technical reviews of shop drawings and construction administration submittals to ensure air, water, thermal, seismic, acoustic, and structural performance -Undertake engineering façades calculations with various materials, including structural glass, aluminum, stainless steel, wood, stone, and precast concrete -Produce details and drawings using multiple 2D and 3D CAD and graphics software packages

Requirements

• façade
• sketching
• 3d modeling
• degree
• internship
• communication

What You Bring

-Coursework in façade materials and assemblies, façade engineering, building envelope physics, and/or thermal modeling skills beneficial -Good sketching skills -Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team -Internship experience in façade or engineering beneficial -Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner -Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related science discipline -3D modeling skills (Rhino, Revit, Grasshopper, SketchUp, AutoCAD, etc) preferred

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Benefits

-Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities -Hybrid working & summer hours -Hourly rate of $22 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location -Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives

About Buro Happold

- excels in providing creative and sustainable solutions for complex projects. - serves a diverse range of sectors. - projects include large-scale infrastructure, high-end residential, and innovative commercial buildings. - recognized for its expertise in structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. - portfolio includes iconic projects such as the Sydney Opera House renewal and London's Crossrail. - innovative, sustainable design is central to the company’s approach, incorporating cutting-edge technologies. - delivers solutions that enhance the built environment.

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