Structural Engineering Intern

Ardurra; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Ardurra Academy

Leadership program

Job summary

Ardurra's RVE division in Cherry Hill, NJ seeks a Structural Engineering Intern to join our team. You will gain hands-on exposure to structural design and analysis, assist with drawings, calculations, and project documentation, and support field observations on real-world projects.

You'll work under supervision to develop technical skills, learn building codes and design standards, and grow within a collaborative, professional environment at our Cherry Hill office.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in structural engineering, building design, and the construction industry.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural design and analysis for building structures and other structural systems.
• Prepare structural drawings, details, plans, sections, and other design documents.
• Review structural drawings, plans, specifications, and project documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Support field investigations and site visits to document existing structural conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

RISA

RAM

ETABS

SAP2000

Job description

RVE, an Ardurra Company, is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern in our Cherry Hill, NJ office.

As a Structural Engineering Intern, you'll work with our engineering team on a variety of projects while gaining hands-on experience with structural design and analysis. You'll assist with tasks such as preparing drawings and calculations, reviewing plans, and supporting structural projects from start to finish. This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced engineers and build your skills in a real-world engineering environment.

Primary Function:

Under moderate supervision, the Structural Engineering Intern supports the engineering team with a variety of structural engineering projects and tasks. The Intern will gain hands-on experience with structural design, calculations, drawings, field observations, and project documentation. The Intern will work alongside experienced engineers and develop an understanding of the structural design and construction process. The Intern is expected to demonstrate growing technical skills, initiative, attention to detail, and reliability in supporting project teams.

Primary Duties:

• Under supervision, performs entry-level structural engineering tasks while gaining exposure to a variety of building and structural projects.
• Assists with structural design and analysis for building structures and other structural systems.
• Supports engineers with basic engineering calculations, load calculations, design checks, reports, specifications, and other project documentation.
• Assists with preparing structural drawings, details, plans, sections, and other design documents.
• Assists with reviewing structural drawings, plans, specifications, and project documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Supports field investigations and site visits to document existing structural conditions and assist with field observations.
• Assists engineers with evaluating existing structures and documenting structural conditions.
• Applies basic knowledge of structural engineering principles, materials, and design concepts to contribute to project deliverables.
• Gains experience using engineering and design software to assist with drafting, modeling, calculations, and preparation of project documents.
• Supports project teams with coordination between structural, architectural, civil, and other engineering disciplines.
• Assists with project research and develops an understanding of applicable building codes, design standards, and structural engineering practices.
• Gains exposure to the structural project process, including planning, design, permitting, construction documentation, and construction support.
• Supports project teams with various technical and administrative assignments as needed.
• Specific activities vary by assignment and project needs.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Interest in structural engineering, building design, and the construction industry.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively with a team of professionals and independently.
• Basic understanding of structural engineering principles, building systems, structural materials, and/or engineering mechanics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, RISA, RAM, ETABS, SAP2000, or other engineering/design software is preferred but not required.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers.We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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