Structural Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

Salas O'Brien•Chesterfield, MO

20h

About The Position

The Structural Engineer provides expertise and support in a variety of areas including: Being an entry level Structural Engineer, adhering to company, department, and client standards and procedures, and having a general understanding of structural design and deliverables development. Using data from mechanical and electrical disciplines, as well as client and vendor information sources to prepare structural design. Performing structural steel framing design, foundation design, concrete framing design, civil sitework design.

Requirements

Current enrollment in Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Structural or other discipline such as Civil).
Excellent communication skills with an understanding of teamwork and the requisite ability to coordinate work with internal and external project stakeholders.
Strong organization skills to effectively manage time and resources in the most efficient manner.
The ability to multi-task on several projects and adapt to changing scopes and deadlines.
Diligent note taking during project discussions.
Efficient and organized email communications.
Commitment to maintaining the company’s professional image and reputation with timely, error-free, accurate deliverables, which meet or exceed clients’ expectations.

Responsibilities

Prepare efficient and organized email communications both internal and with clients.
Participate in and contribute to project and interdepartmental meetings to facilitate successful completion of projects and to meet customer expectations and needs.
Have awareness of assigned project budgets, schedules, and scopes.
Assist with preparation of construction documents.
Detail structural framing systems for both new and modified structures.
Assist with concept development of structural systems under direction of senior engineers.
Issue and record drawing submittals and revisions.
Respond to Requests for Information and field questions under direction of senior engineer.
Perform loading analysis and determination for all types of structures.
Develop structural analysis models using STAAD, RISA, or other analysis programs.
Increase and utilize knowledge of structural codes including the IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, and AWS.
Analyze and design structural systems demonstrating a foundational understanding in various materials: Structural Steel Concrete Masonry
Develop site civil designs including paving, grading, drainage.
Develop proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD and ability to develop drawings.