Structural Intern/Co-Op (Charlotte)

HDR•Charlotte, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Structural Intern/Co-Op to join its Building Engineering Services Business Group in the Charlotte, North Carolina office. The role is part of a multidisciplinary team designing facilities and structures across markets including water and wastewater, healthcare, technology, media and telecom, civic, municipal, industrial, data centers, and federal projects. The intern will support projects through their life cycle, from planning and design development through construction administration, under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager. The position offers hands-on project experience, mentoring, and opportunities to connect with recent graduates and company leaders.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills.
  • Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferably have completed two years toward a degree and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program focused on structural engineering.
  • Knowledge of software packages related to structural analysis and design.
  • Knowledge of Revit.
  • Experience in structural design and construction.
  • Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design of facilities-related structures across a variety of markets.
  • Support and coordinate with a multidisciplinary design team throughout the project life cycle, from planning through construction documents and construction administration.
  • Support the development of construction drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations.
  • Review shop drawings during construction.
  • Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
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