Structural Engineering Internship

Steel Dynamics • Rogers, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Steel Dynamics is a leading industrial metals solutions company that produces lower-carbon steel products primarily from recycled scrap. This is a New Millennium position. New Millennium, a division of Steel Dynamics, supplies structural steel joists, joist girders, and deck solutions for commercial steel construction projects.

The Structural Engineering Internship offers hands-on experience in design and field work within a manufacturing environment. Interns support projects affecting production, safety, and infrastructure reliability, working with engineers, contractors, and operations personnel. The internship combines office and on-site project involvement and provides exposure to civil engineering work from analysis and drafting through inspection and construction support. It takes place at the New Millennium facility in Rogers, Arkansas, during Summer 2027.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering or a related field that enables attainment of an EIT license and eventual Civil PE licensure.
• Have a strong interest in Structural Engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred GPA of at least 2.7.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to support design, analysis, and construction projects involving a range of buildings and facilities.
• Assist in evaluating and designing structural components, including platforms, open-web steel joists and girders, and welded and bolted connections.
• Inspect existing infrastructure to identify potential issues and recommend solutions.
• Perform experiments, collect field data, and analyze results to guide project decisions and operational improvements.
• Use laboratory and engineering tools, including AutoCAD and BIM software, to create drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and operations personnel to clarify requirements, coordinate repairs, and support project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, and internal quality expectations.
• Contribute to day-to-day engineering activities in a fast-paced industrial environment to meet facility needs.
• Design and analyze structures such as buildings, crane runways, mezzanines, platforms, and equipment supports.
• Evaluate structural loading, vibration, thermal expansion, and wear.
• Document and review designs for compliance with local building codes, OSHA safety regulations, and industry-specific standards.
• Participate in structural detailing using AutoCAD and convert structural drawings into fabrication-ready drawings and details.
• Generate finalized modification details to resolve field conflicts and coordinate with information from outside parties.

Benefits

• Furnished housing at no cost for interns who live more than 50 miles from their work site.
• Eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) plan with a 10–50% company match that vests immediately.
• Employee discounts on hotels, vehicles, and other goods and services through Steel Dynamics’ partner network.
• Employee Assistance Program offering up to five free visits per issue, per year for counseling, legal advice, financial guidance, and other daily living resources.
• Two-day Intern Extravaganza at company headquarters, featuring facility tours, networking with company leaders, cultural immersion, and opportunities to connect with other interns.
• Competitive hourly wages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern