Careers

As a holistic engineering firm, we support our client’s building systems from planning to design to operations and maintenance, and we do so by staying at the forefront of technology through Facility Intelligence. Whether it’s design engineering, facility condition assessments, commissioning, or data analytics, we are advocates for the health of our client’s facilities. At Synergy, we strive as individuals to further our knowledge and understanding of our industry and to work together to generate innovative solutions to the problems that our clients face. The ideal internship candidate will be enthusiastic, teachable, and willing to collaborate.

Facility Intelligence Intern:

• Join a tight-knit team and be mentored by department
• Contribute ideas and support to the service team
• Opportunities to lead and complete development and project tasks based on capabilities
• Will gain experience in:
  • Building systems and how they operate
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS) and networking
  • Software programming, dashboard visualizations, and building data analytics

Qualifications:

• In pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVACR, Architectural Engineering Major (specializing in Mechanical Building Systems), or Computer Science
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to adapt to various tasks assigned with the goal of expanding Mechanical/Architectural Engineering skills
• Able to take direction and work in teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Desire to learn and apply new skills

Work Environment & Requirements:

• Average 40-hour workweek
• Greater Grand Rapids or Detroit Area, or ability to relocate
• Hybrid Work Environment
  • Traditional office setting, 2 days per week (9am-5pm)
  • Virtual/Remote office setting, 3 days per week
• Potential to continue the internship remotely with reduced hours during the school year
• 2 1/2 minute video about what it’s like to work at Synergy

What Previous Interns said About Working at Synergy:

• “Synergy is very people-oriented. Working with the people has made this job more fun!”
• “This Internship taught me that having a good team around you can make challenging work not as daunting.”
• “I’ve acquired new knowledge and skills during my time at Synergy.”
• “My team is determined; always looking for a way to be better. It drives me to work diligently and to want to have the next best idea for our team.”

Career Roadmap with Synergy

Creating a clear internship roadmap demonstrates Synergy’s commitment to your professional growth and helping you envision a future where your skills and leadership potential are fully realized. By aligning your career goals with the company’s vision, we aim to provide opportunities for advancement, meaningful contributions, and long-term success. We’ve outlined below our OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) of your role within Synergy.

Within 1 Month: Onboarding & Foundational Learning – Understand Synergy’s operations Objective: High Level Understanding of Facility Intelligence

• KR: Complete onboarding and become familiar with Synergy’s FI (Facility Intelligence) processes, workflows, and team culture.
• KR: Shadow team members across different CIP (Capital Investment Plan) and SONICx (Synergy’s Ongoing Intelligent Commissioning) projects to understand how Synergy delivers value to clients.
• KR: Attend at least two CIP and/or SONICx project meetings to observe team dynamics and identify areas where you can assist.
• KR: Attend multiple meetings with the development team to familiarize yourself with SkySpark.

Within 2 Months: Skill Application & Independent Contribution Objective: Participate in FI Services

• KR: Gain understanding of the Origin software and its purpose through training sessions with a team member.
• KR: Attend client CIP MS (Managed Services) meeting.
• KR: Assist in data review in SONICx and in Origin. Provide insights.
• KR: Assist in programming development in SkySpark.
• KR: Work with senior engineers to set up connections between SkySpark and clients IT networks through site-to-site VPNs or other connection strategies.

Within 3 Months: Advanced Involvement & Knowledge Demonstration Objective: Apply the Learned Skills

• KR: Lead a small development project and/or provide reporting for client reports.
• KR: Advance in learning of CIP and SONICx.
• KR: Present a summary of your contributions and learnings to your supervisor and team.
• KR: Collaborate with your supervisor to outline a personal development plan for future career steps—whether at Synergy or beyond.
• KR: Share feedback on the internship experience to help improve future intern programs.

Compensation

$18-20/hr

Submit your resume to us at [email protected] and we’ll follow up with a call. Synergy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability, age, height, weight, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are also ABSOLUTELY committed to providing a work environment that is free of ALL forms of unlawful harassment. We will not tolerate the harassment of our Team Members by anyone –supervisors, coworkers, clients, vendors, or visitors. All Team Members have the right to work in an environment free from intimidation and harassment. Further, we are committed to having a professional work environment in all areas where everyone can comfortably and productively work.