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Sr. Consultant- Building Science

New York, NY · On-site

$104K - $156K/yr

Requirements About the Role We are seeking a Sr. Consultant - Building Science to provide technically sound solutions for existing building envelope failures and to support new construction and ...

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Infographic showing various Building Science job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,146 per year, or $47.2 per hour.
2026 Building Science Internship

2026 Building Science Internship

Braun Intertec

White Bear Lake, MN

$35.50K - $53.50K/yr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 27 days ago

Braun Intertec rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

155th of 351 rated engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Building Science 3-month intern to join our Bloomington, MN office. Braun Intertec is a 100% employee owned award-winning consulting firm offering geotechnical, environmental and testing solutions in the private and public sectors. We are committed to providing a challenging and rewarding environment that encourages employees to make full use of their knowledge, skills and abilities.
Opportunities:

  • Training and work throughout the Co-op program includes varying levels of exposure and experience in the following areas depending on the work load and need: building envelope, component constructability, material analysis and field service testing training
  • Collect and test construction materials samples in a variety of different structures (i.e. pavements, damns, buildings, etc.) by using the some of following methods: coring, ground penetrating radar, falling weight deflectometer, anchor tests, floor flatness, Non-destructive testing, and other test methods and work as apparent or assigned
  • Help with performing vibration monitoring tasks and activities that can include; deployment of monitors, field servicing monitors at construction sites, real time vibration monitoring, data collection and processing
  • Perform building condition surveys or help with building condition assessments by collecting and documenting existing field conditions through the use of cameras (still or video), field notes, field measurements, etc.
  • Mentoring from licensed architects/engineers and practical engineering applications to develop your professional role
  • Learn procedures and gain exposure to ICC, NFPA, ADA, ASTM, ANSI, AAMA and other standards
  • Add to your professional résumé with experience and references from a well-respected engineering consulting firm
  • Competitive pay and the opportunity to work overtime
Requirements:
  • College student working toward architecture, civil-structural engineering or construction management degree or related field
  • Must be able to commit to full-time employment for six months; from May to November/December
  • Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Willing to travel up to 50% and overnight
  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as necessary
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Able to walk, stand, climb at job sites and lift 50 pounds
  • Some related work experience preferred, but will train top applicants

Braun Intertec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability friendly, employer.
Compensation Range:
$35,500.00 - $53,500.00
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email hrhelp@braunintertec.com.

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