Structural Engineering Intern

KL & A, INC; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KL&A, INC invites engineering students to join its internship program in Loveland, Colorado. You will work on active projects, collaborating with experienced engineers and construction professionals to bridge classroom learning with real-world results.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an EIT license, possess strong communication, and are eager to learn. The internship runs Summer 2027 with a $24/hour wage and no benefits eligibility, reflecting a hands-on, professional environment.

Qualifications

• Must be registered EIT or actively pursuing license.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement in design.
• Interest in design, engineering, and problem solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and use Revit for contract documents.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Engage on active engineering projects in a professional setting.
• Translate classroom learning to real-world challenges.
• Collaborate with engineers and construction professionals.
• Assist in moving design from concept through construction.
• Build technical and communication problem-solving skills.

Skills

Registered EIT

Revit

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Engineering student

Tools

Revit Structures

RAM

RISA

ETABS

Job description

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Build Your Experience. Ask Questions. Make an Impact.

KL&A is a Rocky Mountain-based engineering and construction firm that provides a rare opportunity for engineers to work side-by-side with construction professionals, delivering economical, integrated projects for our clients and owners.

We’re looking for engineering students who want to take their learning beyond the classroom and into the real world. As an intern at KL&A, you’ll work on active projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and gain firsthand insight into how engineering and construction come together to bring projects to life.

If you’re curious, driven, and excited to keep learning, we’d love to meet you.

What You Can Expect

At KL&A, we want your internship to be more than something you add to your resume. We want it to be a meaningful step toward the engineer and professional you’re becoming. Learn more about our program from former internsHERE .

Your internship will give you the opportunity to:

• Work on active engineering projects in a professional setting.
• Apply what you're learning in school to real-world challenges.
• Collaborate with engineers and construction professionals.
• Gain exposure to how projects move from design through construction.
• Build technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Learn from people who are invested in helping you grow.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Registered EIT or actively pursuing EIT license.
• Commitment to quality and focus on continued improvement.
• Passion for design, engineering, and problem solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in Revit to produce contract documents.
• Dedication to client-centered service and technical excellence.
• Ability to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Revit Structures or another 3D modeling software.
• Experience with analysis software such as RAM, RISA, or ETABS.

What Makes a Great KL&A Intern

We believe the best interns aren't the ones who already know everything, they're the ones who are eager to learn.

To be successful, you'll:

• Build trust with coworkers and clients by being dependable, collaborative, and authentic.
• Ask LOTS of questions. Curiosity is encouraged here.
• Embrace the learning curve. Your internship is the beginning of a lifelong journey of learning and growth.
• Work as a team. Great projects and great engineering happen through collaboration.
• Be proactive, not reactive. Look for opportunities to contribute and take ownership of your work.
• Speak up when you don't understand or "get it." We want you to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and learn from the people around you.
• Bring a sense of humor and don’t take yourself too seriously.

Hourly Wage: $24/hour

Housing: Interns are responsible for securing their own housing.

Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible.

Internship Duration: Summer 2027

Application Timeline: Applications will close 1/1/2027, but we will begin reviewing submissions in November 2026. Selections are expected to be made by the end of January 2027.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. KL&A does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs not on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. At no time will we knowingly permit discrimination toward an employee for any unlawful reason. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of KL&A are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.