Structural Designer Intern
About The Position
As a Structural Designer Intern at HED, you will gain valuable exposure to the integrated practice of structural engineering within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. Under close supervision, you will support the structural team in producing design documentation, performing calculations, and learning the tools, codes, and processes that underpin high-performance building design. This internship is ideal for students currently pursuing a degree in civil, structural, or architectural engineering and seeking to apply their academic knowledge to real-world projects that align with HED’s mission of creating a positive impact through design.
Requirements
- Must be at or willing to work out of one of the locations listed for the position.
- Actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate coursework preferred.
- Strong interest in building structures and interdisciplinary design.
- Academic exposure to Revit and structural analysis tools (e.g., RAM, RISA, ETABS, Enercalc).
- Familiarity with basic engineering principles, terminology, and building materials.
- Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and contribute in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.
- Effective communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- EIT certification or progress toward obtaining it preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing structural drawings, models, and calculations under the direction of experienced engineers.
- Support the development of framing plans, structural details, and BIM content in Revit.
- Perform basic structural analysis using design tools such as RAM, RISA, ETABS, or Enercalc, as applicable.
- Conduct code and standards research to support design compliance (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, etc.).
- Participate in internal design meetings and coordination sessions with other disciplines.
- Assist with material take-offs, quantity estimates, and data organization.
- Maintain organized project files and contribute to team documentation practices.
- Engage in HED’s DWP process, tracking time and learning best practices for task planning and accountability.
- Learn and apply HED’s integrated approach to sustainability, innovation, and client service.
- Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Discipline Leader or project lead.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
