Structural Engineering Intern/Co-op - Transportation (Spring 2027)

Stantec; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Stantec's New York City office offers an internship for Spring 2027 to support the Structural team on infrastructure design projects. You will work with engineers on contracts, drawings, and calculations, gaining practical skills and industry exposure.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil or Structural Engineering programs, with CAD exposure and a strong orientation toward detail, communication, and teamwork in a dynamic office environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Exposure to CAD tools (AutoCAD/MicroStation) is required; familiarity with Revit/OpenBridge is preferred.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to learn quickly in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in preparing contract documents and reports for structural projects.
• Perform CAD tasks, check drawings and calculations, and assist with quantity take-offs and simple analyses.
• Support field inspections and project documentation under supervision.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Initiative

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

OpenBridge

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there's no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world.

As an intern, you'll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's New York City office is seeking an intern for the 2027 Spring Term to support our Structural team on infrastructure design projects. Join our dynamic team and work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

Assist engineers in the preparation of contract documents and reports for a variety of structural engineering projects ranging from bridges to commuter rail and subway stations. Responsibilities include computer aided design and drafting, checking drawings and calculations, quantity take-offs, simple structural calculations, and field inspection.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Minimum requirements include prior exposure to CAD Design programs (AutoCAD/MicroStation), and current good academic standing in an accredited engineering school.
• Experience in Revit and/or OpenBridge is preferred.
• Must be willing and able to take initiative when needed and have the flexibility to learn new skills.
• Good communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications, and presentations, MS Office skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail

Education and Experience

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. Position will primarily be in an office setting; may require some field work. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This internship/co-op position offers full-time or part-time hours during Spring 2027.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec's New York City office is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, walking distance from Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Overlooking Bryant Park and the historic New York Public Library, the neighborhood is home to countless restaurants, coffee shops, and iconic Fifth Avenue shopping. With multiple disciplines located under one roof, our New York City office fosters a collaborative approach to tackling technically complex, never-seen-that-before challenges that our clients present and our urban fabric demands.

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Why Choose Stantec?

• Exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure projects nationwide
• A team environment that values innovation, learning, and growth
• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.