SkillBridge Internship
Siemens
About the Role
This is a SkillBridge Internship opportunity for active-duty US Military Service members with formal approval to participate in collaboration with Vets2PM’s authorized SkillBridge program. The internship offers hands-on experience with the potential to join Siemens upon successful completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver multiple, simultaneous Building Automation, Fire/Life Safety, or Integrated Security projects of various complexities in commercial buildings.
- Strategically manage fiscal responsibility for all project facets, including project billing, job cost reporting, and overall customer satisfaction.
- Review project contracts, specs, and drawings to establish intent.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinate team needs, and identify time-sensitive installations.
- Manage supply requisitions and oversee materials procurement.
- Review plans, participate in cost reviews, and assist in subcontractor contracting.
- Conduct orientation for technicians, provide project documentation, and track resources.
- Document events impacting schedule, scope, and efficiency.
- Pursue change-order opportunities and coordinate billing.
- Schedule commissioning resources and provide documentation.
- Expedite mark-ups for as-built development.
- Complete project-specific close-out documentation.
Business Groups
You could be assigned to one of the following business groups:
- Building Automation: HVAC Controls, Lighting Controls, & Mechanical/Electrical Services
- Fire/Life Safety: Fire Alarm, Mass/Emergency Communication, and Sprinkler/Suppression
- Security: Integrated Surveillance and Access Controls
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Electro-mechanical aptitude
- Technical experience supporting mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, construction (MEP) or other related systems.
- Project management experience to include project scope, scheduling, documentation, resource allocation, and fiscal responsibility.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written).
- Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members.
- Ability to work on-site and travel within assigned local area as needed.
- Possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Only active military personnel will be considered for this internship and program acceptance requires military approval.
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED required.
- Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.
- Must be 18 years of age.
Preferred Qualifications
- U.S. Military experience as an E5 or above (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves).
- Associate or bachelor’s degree.
- Experience in demand-side energy services or Certified Energy Manager preferred.
- Familiarity or experience with engineering HVAC, Building Automation, Fire Alarm, or Security systems.
Desired Military Experience, Backgrounds and/or Aptitude (but not limited to)
- Civil Engineering (HVAC & Electrician)/ Gas Turbine Electricians
- Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Systems
- Automation/Integration Technicians
- Nuclear Engineering/Power/Energy & Nuclear Plant Operator
- Satellite/Radar Systems
- Comm Techs
- Fire Control Navaids
- Submarine Electronics/Computer Techs
- Avionics Systems