Structural Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial Group (Summer 2027)

Sargent & LundyChicago, IL
$18 - $30Onsite

About The Position

This position has a target start date in summer 2027. As a Structural Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the design of new and/or modifications and upgrades to existing power plant or industrial systems, components, and structures. Working under the direction of senior engineers, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Structural Engineering in the following areas: Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs. Review engineering related submittals from outside sources such as equipment information and shop drawings.

Requirements

  • Expected graduation date in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 toward a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Strong academic background and coursework in an interest in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, reinforced concrete design and foundation design.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong PC skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior, related internship or co-op experience.
  • Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
  • An understanding of the practical application of structural engineering and technology.
  • Knowledge of any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, or ANSYS.
  • Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation.
  • Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs.
  • Review engineering related submittals from outside sources such as equipment information and shop drawings.
  • Take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
  • Build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
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