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Structural Engineer Intern or Co-Op | Summer 2025

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Schaefer

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Phoenix

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil/Architectural Engineering program, have relevant coursework, and be able to navigate construction sites. Revit experience is a plus; travel may be required.
  • You will learn load paths and statics, create structural drawings, collaborate with a mentor, use engineering software, and participate in site visits and training sessions.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in Civil or Architectural Engineering program at an ABET accredited college.
  • Preferred coursework covering topics such as structural analysis, loads and systems or equivalent, concrete design, and structural steel design.
  • Experience in Revit is a plus.
  • Normal core working hours will be 9 am – 4 pm but may vary depending on project demands.
  • Overtime work may be required based on work deadlines.
  • Ability to access + navigate construction sites; may require ability to climb + descend ladders or crawl through openings.
  • Some travel may be required for this position: conducting site visits, working out of area, out of state or across the state as driven by project need.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Responsibilities

  • Develop an understanding of load path and simple statics within basic structures.
  • Work to create structural drawings from engineering designs to markups.
  • Work closely with an assigned mentor who provides hands on support and guidance while working through real projects.
  • Learn engineering software such as Revit and RAM Structural Systems for application on a variety of challenging projects.
  • Participate in site visits and in-house training sessions with other engineers.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship or co-op program?

The internship position is full-time (40 hours/week) for approximately 3-4 months during the summer of 2025.

Will I be assigned a mentor during the internship?

Yes, you will work closely with an assigned mentor who provides hands-on support and guidance while working through real projects.

What type of projects will I be working on?

Interns will participate in real projects, developing an understanding of load path and simple statics within basic structures while creating structural drawings from engineering designs to markups.

Is experience with Revit required for this position?

Experience in Revit is a plus but is not a strict requirement for the position.

Are there opportunities for full-time employment after completing the internship?

Yes, successful internships and co-op rotations may lead to full-time employment within the company.

What are the core working hours for this internship?

Normal core working hours will be from 9 am to 4 pm, but they may vary depending on project demands.

Will I have to do any fieldwork during the internship?

Yes, there will be occasional fieldwork at project and construction sites as part of the internship experience.

Is there a requirement for travel during the internship?

Some travel may be required for this position, such as conducting site visits or working out of area, depending on project need.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this internship?

You must be enrolled in a Civil or Architectural Engineering program at an ABET accredited college and preferably have coursework covering topics such as structural analysis, loads and systems, concrete design, and structural steel design.

What is the work environment like for this internship position?

The work is typically done within an office environment, but it may include occasional fieldwork at project and construction sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We are hands-on, open-minded, collaborative structural engineers

Engineering & Construction
Industry
51-200
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are open-minded in our approach + thinking — thought leaders with diverse experience. Our clients partner with us for our collaborative structural engineering services: planning, design, inspection, investigation. We believe in collaborative teams — partnership with owners, architects, developers, and construction team members. With a creative approach supported by an understanding of market trends, we can design adaptive structures that meet owners’ needs. Our people enhance communities through smart, innovative structures.