Structural Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Salas O'Brien•Chesterfield, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Structural Engineer Intern provides entry-level knowledge and support for structural design and deliverable development while adhering to company, department, and client standards and procedures. The role uses information from mechanical and electrical disciplines, clients, and vendors to prepare structural designs, including steel framing, foundations, concrete framing, and civil sitework. The intern supports project coordination, construction-document preparation, structural analysis and design, and drawing development under the direction of senior engineers. The position is in-office 100%.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program, in Structural Engineering or another discipline such as Civil Engineering.
- Excellent communication skills and an understanding of teamwork, with the ability to coordinate work with internal and external project stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills to manage time and resources efficiently.
- Ability to multitask on several projects and adapt to changing scopes and deadlines.
- Diligent note-taking during project discussions.
- Efficient and organized email communication.
- Commitment to maintaining the company’s professional image and reputation by producing timely, accurate, error-free deliverables that meet or exceed client expectations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare efficient, organized email communications for internal teams and clients.
- Participate in project and interdepartmental meetings to support successful project completion and meet customer expectations.
- Maintain awareness of assigned project budgets, schedules, and scopes.
- Assist with preparing construction documents.
- Detail structural framing systems for new and modified structures.
- Assist with developing structural-system concepts under senior-engineer direction.
- Issue and record drawing submittals and revisions.
- Respond to Requests for Information and field questions under senior-engineer direction.
- Perform loading analysis and determine loads for different types of structures.
- Develop structural analysis models using STAAD, RISA, or other analysis programs.
- Build and apply knowledge of structural codes, including IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, and AWS.
- Analyze and design structural systems using foundational knowledge of structural steel, concrete, and masonry.
- Develop site civil designs, including paving, grading, and drainage.
- Develop proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD and the ability to develop drawings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
