Lighting Designer Internship Summer 2027 - Seattle, WA Intern

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INCPAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INCSeattle, Washington, United States
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Posted

9/18/2026

Employment

Intern

Range

$24 - $24/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The intern will perform lighting design calculations, luminaire selections, and photometric reviews to support project development. They will also assist with photo-realistic rendering and integrate lighting designs into interior and architectural plans.

Requirements overview

The ideal candidate is a 3rd-year undergraduate student with a strong interest in the building design industry. Applicants should be passionate about sustainable design solutions and possess effective communication skills.

Key skills

Photo realistic renderingPhotoshopAGILighting design calculationsLuminaire selectionPhotometric reviewInterior design integrationArchitectural design integrationNarrative developmentSustainable designCommunication

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Employees

796

Type

Privately Held

Size

201-500 employees

PAE provides mechanical and electrical engineering design, technology system design, energy modeling and analysis, and more. At our core, PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies we solve problems in unique ways and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.   PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.   As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

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EngineeringArt & DesignEnvironmental & SustainabilityEnergyConsulting

Description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: SEWA Seattle - Seattle, WA, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Design, The Opportunity PAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Lighting Design Intern to join our Seattle, WA team. Who We Are PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity. What You'll Do Photo realistic rendering Photoshop Calculations utilizing AGI Lighting design calculations Luminaire selections and placement Photometric review Interior and Architectural design integration Narrative development General project timeline/overview What You Bring 3rd year undergraduate student preferred Desire to work in the Building Design industry Passionate about sustainable design solutions Effective communicator What We Offer Hourly base rate: $24.00 The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. PAE Offers Interns the Following Benefits: Employer paid commuter/parking stipend Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays The opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees This is an on-site intern position based in one of our local offices Our commitment to pay equity PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification. To find out more visit our website. What We’re Made Of Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com. Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water. Fine Print Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. #LI-hybrid :

Requirements

  • Photo realistic rendering
  • Photoshop
  • AGI
  • Lighting design calculations
  • Luminaire selection
  • Photometric review
  • Interior design integration
  • Architectural design integration
  • Narrative development
  • Sustainable design
  • Communication

Benefits

  • Commuter stipend
  • Parking stipend
  • Paid time off for sick leave
  • Paid time off for community service
  • Paid holidays

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