Engineering Internship: Build AI Compliance Tool for Construction Industry
Engineering Internship: Build AI Compliance Tool for Construction Industry
YOUR ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE IS THE SECRET INGREDIENT
We're training AI to read blueprints and enforce building codes—but we need engineers who actually understand what the codes mean.
THE PROJECT: Develop a prototype AI system that:
• Reads construction blueprints (architectural, MEP, structural)
• Compares designs against IBC, NEC, IPC, IMC, IFGC codes
• Identifies violations and explains compliance requirements
• Flags safety risks before construction begins
YOUR ROLE: You'll work alongside ML engineers, but your job is different:
✓ Translate engineering codes into logical rules AI can follow
✓ Validate that AI correctly interprets technical specifications
✓ Create test cases from real building failures
✓ Explain why violations matter (structural integrity, fire safety, etc.)
EXAMPLE TASKS:
• "Teach the AI that electrical panels need 36" clearance—and why"
• "Build validation tests for HVAC duct sizing compliance"
• "Create training data showing proper vs. improper structural load paths"
WE NEED YOUR MAJOR: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, or Architectural Engineering students who've taken:
• Building codes/construction management courses
• Systems design courses (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
• Structural analysis or construction materials
SKILLS YOU'LL GAIN:
→ AI/ML fundamentals (no coding experience required—you will work along with CS majors)
→ Cross-disciplinary collaboration (engineering + computer science)
→ Regulatory compliance expertise (valuable for PE licensing)
→ Product development experience (prototype → production
IMPACT: Your domain knowledge will make AI smarter and construction safer.
COMPENSATION: Paid internship
Antonio Kenyatta
C: (917) 301-2522