Steven Winter Associates · 5 days ago
Sustainable Housing Internship
Steven Winter Associates is a consulting firm specializing in energy, sustainability, and accessibility services. They are seeking a Sustainable Housing Intern to support their Sustainable Building Services team with residential sustainability certifications through field inspections and office tasks.
EnergyEnvironmental ConsultingRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Assist with field inspections and performance testing on multifamily projects, including blower door and duct leakage tests
Learn the fundamentals of residential green building programs through hands-on support, including data collection, research tasks, and required record keeping
Review architectural, mechanical and civil drawings, specifications and submittals for accuracy and certification compliance
Prepare and organize certification documentation, calculations and supporting materials
Coordinate with project teams, including architects, engineers, and contractors to support sustainability goals and verification requirements
Qualification
Required
Pursuing or completing a bachelor's or master's degree in architectural engineering, architecture or buildings related field
0-2 years of relevant work experience
Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
Willingness to taking mass transportation and engaging in physically demanding field work
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam
Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, collaboration and communication skills
A valid U.S. driver's license is required
The intern must be comfortable driving a company vehicle to construction sites throughout the Boston metro area
Qualified candidates MUST be available for a full-time work week (40 hours) from May 18th, 2026, through August 7th, 2026
Preferred
Coursework or experience in building science, energy efficiency, or high-performance residential construction
Familiarity with green building programs such as LEED for Homes, ENERGY STAR, HERS, Passive House, Enterprise Green Communities, or NGBS
On-site experience with residential or multifamily construction projects
Exposure to field testing or on-site verification activities
Experience reviewing drawings, submittals, or certification documentation