Structural Engineering Intern

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Valmont is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern for the Coatings Division in Valley, NE. You will work under the guidance of seasoned engineers, contributing to foundational assessments, load calculations, and material evaluation. This paid internship is flexible through summer and may lead to a full-time role after graduation.

You will gain hands-on experience, exposure to multiple divisions, and participation in project work with senior leadership. Spring/Summer 2027 start.

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Proficiency with CAD applications and ability to convert drawings to 3D models.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Model the company's core values and contribute to structural engineering projects.
• Learn from the Structural Engineering Manager, P.E., S.E.
• Inspect properties to assess foundations and building structures.
• Field measure, perform load and capacity calculations.
• Evaluate materials and provide technical advice.
• Prepare reports, designs, and drawings.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD applications

Job description

15000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154
Why Valmont
We're Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?
Location: Valley, NE (onsite) | Start Date: Spring/Summer 2027
A Brief Summary Of This PositionValmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Structural Engineering Intern position in Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will be an active participant in contributing to the goals of the Coatings Engineering team, while learning best practices from some of the finest Engineers in the world. You will learn a tremendous amount in this role and will be given exposure to other parts of the business, including subject matter experts from a wide variety of divisions and professions.
Valmont's internship program mission is provide a hands-on learning experience through project work, leadership development, job shadowing and interaction with senior leadership.
What You'll Do

• Model the Valmont 4 core values - Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Passion and Deliver Results
• Learn while working with our Structural Engineering Manager, P.E., S.E.
• Inspect properties to assess existing conditions of foundations and building structures
• Field measure and perform load and capacity calculations
• Evaluate and select appropriate construction materials
• Provide technical advice
• Determine and obtain planning and/or building regulations approval
• Liaise with relevant professional staff such as architects, engineers, etc.
• Monitor and inspect work undertaken by contractors
• Administer contracts
• Manage projects and prepare scope of work documents
• Prepare reports, designs and drawings

What We're Looking For

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university, with a preference for candidates majoring in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Proficiency with CAD applications, including the ability to convert drawings to 3D models
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

What You'll Gain

• Paid internship with meaningful, career-related work experience
• Tuition assistance and other benefits are available based on hours worked
• Full-time and flexible during the summer, part-time during the academic year, with potential for a full-time position post-graduation.
• A supportive culture focused on learning and growth
• Opportunities to collaborate with intern peers and company leaders

BenefitsValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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