Sustainable Housing Internship

Work Authorization Notice: We're only able to hire a candidate with current, valid U.S. work authorization. This role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why This Internship Matters: This internship plays a meaningful role in supporting our Sustainable Building Services (SBS) team with residential sustainability certifications, including LEED for Homes, ENERGY STAR, and Passive House through a mix of field and office work. In the field, interns conduct inspections, testing and verification on multifamily buildings. In the office, interns will review construction documents, perform calculations, prepare certification submittals and track compliance requirements.

DETAILS:

- This is an hourly paid internship. The proposed hourly rate for this position is $20.00 based on a 40-hour work schedule.

- Required Dates: Qualified candidates MUST be available for a full-time work week (40 hours) from May 18th, 2026, through August 7th, 2026.

- Office Location – Somerville, MA.

- To be considered for this role, you MUST have a valid U.S. driver’s license.

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.

Qualifications:

- 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.

Preferred Knowledge:

- 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.

How to Apply:

- This internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates; Undergraduate applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university and be graduating in the Spring/Summer semester of 2026 or by Spring/Summer of 2027.

- To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

- Applications will be accepted through February 6, 2026. Resume review will begin once the application portal is closed.

- We will be conducting (1) round of interviews for this position.

- If you have 75% of the required skills and experience with a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply and demonstrate willingness in your cover letter.

- Steven Winter Associates is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, SWA will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities will be provided with reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

This role requires frequent movement through active construction sites, including climbing stairs and ladders, bending, reaching and carrying. The employee may be required to lift or move objects or equipment up to 40 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

- Frequent local day travel to project sites throughout the Boston metro area.

- Ability to operate a vehicle in dense urban environments.

- Ability to use public transportation to access project sites and offices.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Approximately 60% of the duties will be performed in the field for observations and training. The remaining 40% of the duties will be performed in an office.

Approximate working hours: 9am – 5pm with flexibility for field work (earlier / later).

EEO AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI):

SWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or marital status.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): SWA is a workplace where we are aware of and welcoming of the ways in which we are all diverse as evidenced by a culture of listening and understanding. We endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability.

About Us: Steven Winter Associates, Inc. (SWA) provides research, consulting, and advisory services to improve commercial, residential, and multifamily buildings for private and public-sector clients. We specialize in energy, sustainability, and accessibility consulting as well as certification, research & development, and compliance services. Our team of professionals has led the way since 1972 in the development of best practices to achieve high performance buildings. For further information on Steven Winter Associates, please visit www.swinter.com.