Summer 2026 Architectural-Engineering Intern – Kennesaw, GA 

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Architectural-Engineering Intern to join our Building Science Solutions team in Kennesaw, GA full-time for the summer. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the building envelope industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Intertek’s Building Science Solutions (BSS) group is primarily focused on building enclosure consulting, commissioning, and field performance testing for new construction and retrofit projects.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a motivated Intern to support our team with technical report writing, estimating, construction jobsite quality assurance visits, and building enclosure project design. This internship offers hands-on experience in field testing and exposure to industry-leading methodologies, making it an excellent opportunity for students interested in building sciences, engineering, or construction technology. 

Shift/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time (schedule may vary based on candidate availability)

What you’ll do:

• Assist in drafting technical reports based on field data and test results

• Assist in preparing estimates and proposals

• Assist with drafting construction documents and details

• Assist with business development needs, such as attending and scheduling events, creation of continuing educational programs, and writing media content

• Support and provide construction administration and quality assurance services, including making visits to jobsites to observe construction and collect data for report writing

• Maintain accurate and organized records of field activities including notes and taking photographs 

• Assist and perform testing in the lab, including data collection and monitoring of testing as required

• Support testing at construction and project jobsites, including setup of equipment, data collection, and support while running the test

• Expected to travel based on the needs of the business

• Ability to perform physical work relevant to areas of responsibility and as assigned

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field

• Desire to learn about and gain hands-on experience with the building envelope including wall cladding systems, curtain wall, window and door systems, waterproofing, roofing, etc.

• Strong problem solving and communication skills

• Good computer skills – Microsoft Office & Outlook

• Ability to read and understand construction drawings

• Ability to perform work from ladders, boom-lifts, roof levels, etc.

• Ability to routinely lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, bend, crawl, push and pull as needed

• Willingness to travel

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• AutoCAD / Revit experience

• Revu Bluebeam experience

• General knowledge of basic steel and concrete design and construction practices

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. 
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.