2027 Structural Engineer Summer Internship - Current Juniors

KPFF Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit stipend

Remote work option

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking summer Structural Engineering Interns to gain hands-on experience on real-world projects in our Downtown Los Angeles office. You will work closely with experienced engineers and contribute to structural design tasks.

Interns typically complete their junior year and pursue a BS in Civil Engineering (Structures). Training and mentorship are provided as part of a summer program, with potential for full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Junior or above, working toward a BS in Civil Engineering (Structures).
• Transcripts must show completed courses in Structural Analysis and Mechanics of Materials.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in structural design by working with experienced engineers on real-world projects.
• Assist in the preparation of calculations and construction documents under project leaders.
• Participate in project meetings and site visits.

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (Structures)

Transcripts showing Structural Analysis & Mechanics of Materials

Job description

• Intern
• Discipline : Structural Engineering
• Compensation: up to USD 29.5 - hourly

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF isseeking summer interns interested in experiencing the daily life of a Structural Engineer. We provide you with a summer packed with training programs to prepare you to be successful, activities to help you connect with our team, and real-world projects to apply your skills. At KPFF, 2 out of 3 of our interns return as full-time employees or return for another internship in the next year.

Who We Are Looking For

Students curious about Structural Engineering and wanting to understand the daily life of a Structural Engineer. We enjoy working with interns who are eager to contribute to their teams and who are interested in making connections and getting to know the people they work with. For this role you will need to have completed your junior year by the start of your internship and working towards abachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

You are interested in Structural Engineering and would like the opportunity to be exposed to a wide range of projects and conditions. You enjoy working with and learning from others to create work that you are proud of. You take the initiative to solve challenging problems and are a proactive team member.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in structural design, working closely with our experienced engineers on real‑world projects.You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, develop your skills, meet other students who are in the same field, and contribute to meaningful work.You will assist in the preparation of calculations and construction documents on active jobs under the guidance of project leaders.You will have the opportunity toparticipatein project meetings and site visits.

Position Overview

This is a non-exempt, temporary position. All overtime hours are paid at a time-and-a-half hourly rate.

The pay rate for this position is $29.50 an hour for students who have completed their junior year prior to the start of the internship.

Monthly Way We Work stipend toassistwith remote work and transit expenses.

Work Schedule

• 40-hour work schedule, Monday through Friday
• Interns work Monday-Thursday in ourDowntown Los Angeles office. Interns have theoptionto work remotely on Fridays from home.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Junior or above working toward a BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures).
  • Transcripts must show completed courses in:
    • Structural Analysis
    • Mechanics of Materials

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• Duties require in‑person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM at our Downtown Los Angeles office for the training period.
• Following a satisfactory training period, a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week Monday through Thursday in the office, and Fridays from home may be accommodated.

Our Employees

Our employees are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and finding solutions.

Our Offices

Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and at the Irvine Towers in Irvine. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowing people to pursue their passions.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.