Lighting designer internship summer 2027 - seattle, wa intern

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

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.