Structural Engineering Intern | Madison, WI

Talanto; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Path to full-time

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Job summary

Talanto in Madison, WI is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for a 10-12 week summer program. You will assist with analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems for buildings and other structures, under the guidance of experienced engineers.

You'll gain hands-on exposure to project work and structural design processes, collaborating across disciplines and documenting design decisions. The program offers mentorship and real project experience in a 100+ office, employee-owned

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years towards a BS degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD and BIM software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis, design, and implementation of systems within project budgets.
• Support design portions of projects according to codes and standards.
• Research and locate resources for projects and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate design and schedules with other disciplines such as architectural, electrical, mechanical, and suppliers.
• Document decisions and meetings, and monitor design progress.
• Review project documents for accuracy before final checks.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Oral and written communication

Education

Completed at least 2 years towards a BS in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM / Building Information Modeling (Revit)

Job description

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This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.

is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern in Madison, WI to support the analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems for buildings and other structures. In this role, you'll work closely with experienced engineers and consultants while gaining hands-on exposure to project work and structural design processes.

Over a 10-12 week summer program, you'll assist with project documentation, interdisciplinary coordination, and periodic job site observations while helping the team meet project goals and client expectations within budget. You'll contribute to work across structural, commercial, and institutional markets, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.

At a Glance
Location: Madison, WI
Discipline: Structural
Markets: Structural; Commercial; Institutional
Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program
Program Length: 10-12 week summer program
Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist with structural analysis, design, and implementation of structural systems in buildings and other structures while working within the project's monetary budget.
• Assist with design portions of a project related to discipline systems according to code and standards.
• Assist with researching and finding resources with regards to projects.
• Assist with good client relations, project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
• Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical and suppliers.
• Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and instructions from client promptly while monitoring project design progress.
• Assist with review of all project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
• Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
• Conduct periodic job site observations and all other services as required by the contract services agreement.

What You'll Bring

Required Education and Experience

• Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skilled in AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) software
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

About the Team

• Large multi-office structural team with active work across healthcare, education, housing, industrial, and public‑sector projects in the Midwest and beyond.
• Strong mix of new buildings, additions, renovations, crane and foundation studies, civic facilities, and structural support for complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Recent work includes QCRH-QCBT HQ, Commercial, and Regional Medical Center - Surgical Addition, Healthcare.

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• A paid internship with real, hands‑on project work, not busywork
• A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns
• A clear path to full-time: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at
• IDEA Program: a firm‑wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon‑reduction technology
• Real impact from day one: at , an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader
• Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee‑owned firm
• MEG, our in‑house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

an employee‑owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

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