Structural Engineering Intern - 2027

KPFF Consulting Engineers in; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Competitive compensation

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for 2027 in our Portland office. The internship provides hands-on exposure to design tasks, drawing coordination, site visits, and construction administration under seasoned engineers.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in civil/structural engineering and plan to advance to a Master’s degree. In-office presence is required; housing stipend and benefits are offered as part of the program.

Qualifications

• Desire to become a structural engineer after completing education.
• Completed B.S. in civil engineering with structural emphasis; pursuing M.S.
• Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong technical and organizational abilities.
• Strong research and information gathering skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn day-to-day knowledge and skills to become a structural engineer.
• Work alongside experienced structural engineers to develop as a professional.
• Perform design tasks, drawing coordination, site visits, and construction administration as assigned.

Skills

Structural engineering

Communication

Research skills

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis)

M.S. in Structural Engineering (or similar)

Job description

Structural Engineering Intern - 2027 (Finance)

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member's professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF's decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF offers an internship program designed to provide qualified candidates with an opportunity to learn the day-to-day knowledge and skills necessary to become a structural engineer. Internships also provide KPFF with the opportunity to get to know potential future KPFF employees. In the KPFF Portland office, many internships turn into full-time engineering positions.

Our interns gain valuable consulting experience ranging from structural engineering design tasks, drawing coordination tasks, construction site visits, and construction administration services. An intern's job duties will vary by team, but every intern will work alongside experienced structural engineers committed to developing future engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to be a structural engineer upon completion of their education.
• Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering with emphasis in structural engineering and continuing on for a Master of Science degree in structural engineering (or similar).
• Strong grasp of basic engineering fundamentals.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong technical and organizational abilities.
• Strong research and information gathering skills.

Additional Information

Please note we offer competitive compensation, paid holiday, paid sick leave, a housing stipend, and other benefits.

This opportunity will require an in-office presence and will not be a remote internship.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.