Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures

Morrison Maierle Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$21-24/hr (depending on experience)

Hands-on design and field work

Experience with a top engineering firm

Job summary

Morrison-Maierle, a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm, invites you to join as a Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures in Boise, ID. You’ll work with seasoned professionals on real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in planning, design, and construction related to hydraulic and structural systems.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program, with basic knowledge of Word/Excel/Outlook, and a proactive, learn-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a four-year degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with an emphasis in Structural Engineering, or similar ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Self-starter with a willingness to learn.
• Insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design teams to support project tasks.
• Provide support with construction observation and site inspections to understand how design work comes together.
• Learn planning, modeling, design, and delivery of complex structural projects, including fish passage and screening, hydropower, and hydraulic structures.
• Develop a solid understanding of engineering principles within a consulting engineering environment.
• Gain hands-on exposure to engineering teams, construction methods, contractors, and contract administration processes.
• Learn safety standards, field protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strengthen communication skills through regular collaboration with engineers, project managers, and contractors.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Self-starter

Willingness to learn

Collaborative

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Engineering design software

Job description

Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures
Job Status: Nonexempt-hourly
Location: Boise, ID

Morrison-Maierle has been a leading civil engineering design and consulting firm in Montana since 1945. This internship offers students the chance to be part of a legacy of building better communities- gaining real-world experience while working alongside top professionals who are invested in mentorship and long-term career growth.

BENEFITS

• $21-24/hr (depending on experience)
• Opportunity to experience engineering design and field work
• Hands-on experience with one of Montana’s top engineering firms.

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of "Best Places to Work." Join our company for a rewarding internship experience and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

THE ROLE

Turn your classroom knowledge into real-world impact.

As a Structural Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that shape the natural environment. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to planning, design, and construction activities—building practical skills, confidence, and a clearer vision for your future in structural engineering. Morrison-Maierle provides civil engineering design and consulting for projects related to transportation, airports, industrial, municipal infrastructures, water, land development, environmental, fisheries, hydropower, survey, planning, CAD, and buildings focused on structural, mechanical, electrical and information communication technology.

In this role, the intern will learn how infrastructure is integrated in the natural environment, supporting water retention and storage systems, conveyance structures, flow control and regulation systems, safety and measurement structures, and the rehabilitation of critical water infrastructure including fisheries and hydropower projects.

These responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with design teams to support project tasks.
• Provide support with construction observation and site inspections to understand how design work comes together.
• Learn planning, modeling, design, and delivery of complex structural projects, including fish passage and screening, hydropower, and hydraulic structures.
• Develop a solid understanding of engineering principles within a consulting engineering environment.
• Gain hands-on exposure to engineering teams, construction methods, contractors, and contract administration processes.
• Learn safety standards, field protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strengthen communication skills through regular collaboration with engineers, project managers, and contractors.

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Currently pursuing a four-year degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with an emphasis in Structural Engineering, or similar ABET-accredited engineering program
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Self-starter with a willingness to learn
• Insurable driving record

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists-we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As set forth in Morrison-Maierle’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.