Engineer Intern

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is offering a part-time Engineering Intern position in its Engineering department in Austin, TX. The role provides general engineering support and hands-on experience with structural analysis and design tasks.

Interns will review submittals, calculate loads per building codes, and work on Revit models while gaining exposure to field visits and construction sites. This paid internship emphasizes foundational skills in structural engineering.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited engineering program pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural Emphasis.
• Successful completion of college coursework in Structural Analysis and either steel design or concrete design.
• Additional structural coursework is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review construction submittals for structural elements designed by Datum.
• Calculate structural loads (e.g., Wind Load, Seismic, Gravity) based on Building Codes.
• Perform Structural Analysis and Design Calculations for beams, columns, diaphragms, lateral force resisting systems, and other holistic structural systems and components for Construction Documents.
• Attend jobsite visits.
• Assist with gathering information about buildings and construction in the field, either in existing facilities or facilities under construction.
• Work in building information models using Revit, depending on abilities.
• Perform miscellaneous office tasks as needed, such as assistance with establishing and maintaining design standards.
• Additional responsibilities commensurate with interests or abilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with materials

Self-motivated

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Title: Engineering InternReports to: Project EngineerDepartment: EngineeringJob Code: IEFLSA Status: Non-Exempt, PT, TemporaryJob SummaryGeneral Engineering SupportEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMay include any or all the following. Other duties may be assigned.Review construction submittals for structural elements designed by DatumCalculate structural loads (e.g., Wind Load, Seismic, Gravity, etc.) based on Building Codes.Perform Structural Analysis and Design Calculations for beams, columns, diaphragms, lateral force resisting systems, and other holistic structural systems and components, for incorporation into Construction Documents.Attend jobsite visits.Assist with gathering information about buildings and construction in the field, either in existing facilities or facilities under construction.Work in building information models using Revit, depending on your abilities.Perform miscellaneous office tasks as needed, such as assistance with establishing and maintaining design standards.Additional responsibilities commensurate with your interests or abilities.Desired Education and/or ExperienceEnrolled in an accredited engineering program pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Architectural/Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural EmphasisSuccessful completion of college coursework in Structural Analysis and either steel design or concrete design. Additional structural coursework is preferred.Skills, Abilities & QualificationsSound knowledge of engineering first principles commensurate with your education levelFamiliarity with various engineering materialsSelf-motivated and willing attitudeAbility to effectively process and consider complex informationStrong analytical and communication (verbal and written) skillsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervisory responsibilitiesTravelMay require occasional travelPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, reach with arms, and use hands to handle and type; lift up to 25 lbs. The employee may also be required to climb ladders, walk on elevated surfaces, crawl in tight spaces, and walk on uneven terrain. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Typical office environment, with occasional duties on an active construction jobsite.