Engineering Intern, Buildings

T.Y. Lin International; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Continuing education

Paid time off

EAP program

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

TYLin is seeking a Buildings Engineering Intern for our Los Angeles, CA office for Summer 2027. You will gain exposure to diverse projects and hands-on experience in structural design for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings.

As an intern, you will work with the project team to assist in design development, perform field reviews, review plans, and contribute to modeling and calculations. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current 3rd year undergrad or graduate student in Civil or Architectural Engineering (structures focus).
• Steel and concrete design coursework completed; at least one class required.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; familiar with engineering software.
• REVIT Structure is a plus.
• Co-op/internship experience in commercial, institutional, or residential buildings is an asset.
• Provide a copy of unofficial transcript.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing structural design and drawings for buildings from concept to construction.
• Perform field reviews and document existing conditions on projects under construction.
• Become familiar with engineering plans and details.
• Assist with computer modeling and hand calculations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Integrity

Innovation

Education

3rd year undergrad or grad student - Civil/Architectural Eng (structures)

Steel & concrete design coursework

MS Word & Excel proficiency

REVIT Structure beneficial

Co-op/internship experience in buildings

Unofficial transcript submission

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Engineering software

REVIT Structure

Job description

Company Overview

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Our Global Infrastructure team, including TYLin, Introba, Landrum & Brown form the Infrastructure division of Sidara. Sidara is a leading, privately-owned professional services group with a diverse history and a global presence. Sidara world-class planning, design, engineering, and project management firms are dedicated to achieving our clients’ ambitions and supporting sustainable communities worldwide. The Global Infrastructure division is comprised of 5,000 people operating in 21 countries.

Job Summary

TYLin is looking for an intern to join our Los Angeles, CA office for the Summer of 2027. As a Buildings Engineering Intern, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse projects.

What You Will Do

• Work with the project team to assist in preparing structural design and drawings for buildings (commercial, institutional, residential, etc.) from conceptual and preliminary stages of design through construction
• Perform field review for projects under construction and/or visit existing buildings to document existing conditions
• Become familiar with engineering plans and details
• Assist with computer modeling & hand calculations

What You Bring to the Team (Competencies)

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
• Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
• Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements

Your Education and Experience

• Requires current 3rd year standing as an undergraduate, or a Graduate student standing, in an accredited Civil Engineering program or Architectural Engineering program (with a focus on structures)
• Completion of steel and concrete design classes preferred, completion of at least one of these classes required.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel and engineering software
• Familiarity with REVIT Structure beneficial
• Co-op/Internship experience related to commercial, institutional, or residential buildings would be considered an asset.
• copy of your unofficial transcript

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of$20 - $30 hourly for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer.TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

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Benefits

• extensive medical
• disability
• life insurance coverage
• continuing education benefits
• paid time off
• employee assistance program
• retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Equal Opportunity

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

Mission & Culture

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all.