Structural Engineering Intern (Available June 2026)

ARUP Group • Seattle, WA

52d • $27 - $48

About The Position

See it differently You see the world through a unique lens and that's exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently - it's essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of interns to help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities. The Opportunity Create solutions to built-environment challenges using the art and science of structural engineering Design structural systems and perform structural analysis within a team of engineers Deliver structural engineering drawings, calculations, reports, sketches and presentations Collaborate with internal and external parties Attend meetings and learn from listening, asking questions and discussion Working in a multi-disciplinary design team to develop sustainable solutions Learn and implement software and technology skills to perform structural analysis, design, and documentation Continually develop new skills and experience through Arup University, Arup Structural Skills Network, and on-the-job learning Learn and understand local and international codes and regulations Is this role right for you? Pursuing a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design and advanced reinforced concrete design Professional demeanor Skills in planning and organizing Ability to perform in a deadline environment Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn. The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels Coursework in structural dynamics and earthquake engineering preferred FE/ EIT certification preferred Structural software skills, Revit skills, 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.), coding skills (MySQL, Python, etc) , AutoCAD skills preferred Past internship with a design firm or extracurricular activity in the field preferred Past history of technical presentations and technical writing preferred Personal engagement in an academic, volunteer or extracurricular field preferred Ability to visually communicate through a variety of media preferred Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future We're looking for: Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key. Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo. Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working. Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Our intern experience offers you: Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities. Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs. Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future. Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities

Requirements

• Pursuing a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering
• Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design and advanced reinforced concrete design
• Professional demeanor
• Skills in planning and organizing
• Ability to perform in a deadline environment
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way
• Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn.
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in structural dynamics and earthquake engineering preferred
• FE/ EIT certification preferred
• Structural software skills, Revit skills, 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.), coding skills (MySQL, Python, etc) , AutoCAD skills preferred
• Past internship with a design firm or extracurricular activity in the field preferred
• Past history of technical presentations and technical writing preferred
• Personal engagement in an academic, volunteer or extracurricular field preferred
• Ability to visually communicate through a variety of media preferred

Responsibilities

• Create solutions to built-environment challenges using the art and science of structural engineering
• Design structural systems and perform structural analysis within a team of engineers
• Deliver structural engineering drawings, calculations, reports, sketches and presentations
• Collaborate with internal and external parties
• Attend meetings and learn from listening, asking questions and discussion
• Working in a multi-disciplinary design team to develop sustainable solutions
• Learn and implement software and technology skills to perform structural analysis, design, and documentation
• Continually develop new skills and experience through Arup University, Arup Structural Skills Network, and on-the-job learning
• Learn and understand local and international codes and regulations

Benefits

• Purpose-driven work: Join an employee-owned team tackling climate, biodiversity, and social challenges, aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
• Create remarkable outcomes: We trust you to explore challenges, drive change, and create lasting outcomes for our clients, climate and communities.
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.
• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees