Structural Engineering Intern
About The Position
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) is seeking an Intern to serve under a Principal Structural Engineer. Duties and developmental opportunities shall include: Assist structural engineers with inspections and support the development of contract documents, including drawings, specifications, and design calculations Design structural components, produce detailed drawings, and contribute to comprehensive plans and specifications for contract documentation Gain hands-on experience in structural design by preparing structural details and developing plans and specifications for contract documents. Learn the processes involved in advertising, awarding, and administering contracts during construction. C ommunicate effectively with team members, manufacturers, and vendors while gaining practical hands-on experience in structural engineering practices .
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
- Completed a minimum of two-years of Civil Engineering coursework including courses in structural engineering.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist structural engineers with inspections and support the development of contract documents, including drawings, specifications, and design calculations
- Design structural components, produce detailed drawings, and contribute to comprehensive plans and specifications for contract documentation
- Gain hands-on experience in structural design by preparing structural details and developing plans and specifications for contract documents.
- Learn the processes involved in advertising, awarding, and administering contracts during construction.
- Communicate effectively with team members, manufacturers, and vendors while gaining practical hands-on experience in structural engineering practices
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
