Civil/Structural Engineering Intern

HDR, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineering Intern.

You will support task execution under a Project Engineer, assisting in design packages, simple calculations, and field reviews, while gaining hands-on experience in a nationally ranked engineering firm. Preferred candidates have coursework in Power/Energy, CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation), and a GPA of 3.0+ with 2 years toward degree.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in basic Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist structural engineers in preparing design packages.
• Perform calculations under supervision and support field reviews.
• Attend internal meetings and support project delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR, Ann Arbor, Michigan location, is looking for a Civil / Structural Engineering Intern to join our team of professionals in a rapidly growing and nationally ranked company dedicated to engineering excellence. The selected candidate will be a current student or recent graduate with little to no power delivery experience. In this position you will be expected to:

• Perform tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Project Engineer, Project Leader, or Project Manager.
• Tasks will include being able to follow direction, assisting structural engineers in preparing design packages, performing simple calculations, attending internal meetings and participating in field reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Courses in Power/Energy a plus
• Experience with computer-aided design programs (AutoCAD, Micro station, etc.) is desired but not required for consideration.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

BusinessClass: Power Generation

Job Posting: Sep 14, 2026