Civil/Structural Engineering Intern

Centro Escolar University; Bellville (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship with meaningful work

Tuition assistance based on hours

Part-time during academic year; full‑t

Healthcare benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance & disability

Work-life support programs

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/yr

Voluntary programs (wellness, coaching

Job summary

Centro Escolar University seeks engineering interns in civil, structural, or mechanical disciplines to participate in design activities, analysis changes, and drafting process improvements. You will work with Manufacturing, Procurement, Service, QA and Engineering teams to troubleshoot design errors and ensure manufacturability of final designs.

The program supports hands-on learning through project work, job shadowing, and leadership development, with potential for full-time roles after

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited program).
• CAD skills including design applications and converting drawings to 3D models.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate and recommend changes in design criteria and analysis methods.
• Collaborate with a design team including Manufacturing, Procurement, Service, QA and Engineering Services to troubleshoot design errors.
• Apply design knowledge with manufacturability in mind.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Pursuing Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Actively participate and recommend changes in design criteria, analysis methods, drafting procedures, and develop new methods and procedures.
• Collaborate with a design team including Manufacturing, Procurement, Service, Quality Assurance, and Engineering Services to troubleshoot potential design errors.
• Apply design knowledge considering manufacturability of the final design.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university; Civil or Structural engineering preferred.
• CAD skills including design applications and converting drawings to 3D models.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Exposure to concrete testing and mix design.
• Experience in reinforced concrete design.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid internship with meaningful, career-related work experience.
• Tuition assistance and other benefits based on hours worked.
• Part-time during academic year; full-time and flexible in summer with potential for full-time position post-graduation.
• Healthcare including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave.
• Work-life support programs.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs such as tobacco cessation, diabetes reversal, health coaching, and mortgage services.

Training & Development

The internship program provides hands-on learning through project work, job shadowing, leadership development, and interaction with senior leaders.

Career Progression

Potential for a full-time position after graduation based on internship performance.