Structural Engineering Intern: Real-World BIM & Design

Salas O'Brien; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Structural Intern to support the structural engineering team on industrial projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience applying engineering principles to real-world work, assisting with calculations, developing drawings, and collaborating on project coordination under licensed engineers.

You will be exposed to design codes, industry standards, and engineering software tools while developing technical communication and problem-solving skills in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in collecting information from field inspections.
• Produce sketches from field inspections.
• Interpret field sketches and translate to Revit.
• Convert design sketches/mark-ups to Revit format.
• Support project coordination with engineers and lead designers.
• Assist in BIM coordination and CAD standards.
• Understand general structural drawings.
• Assist in drawing package assembly.
• Follow Salas O’Brien CAD standards.
• Communicate effectively and multitask across projects.

Skills

Clear communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Structural Intern to support the structural engineering team on industrial projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience applying engineering principles to real-world work, assisting with calculations, developing drawings, and collaborating on project coordination under licensed engineers.

You will be exposed to design codes, industry standards, and engineering software tools while developing technical communication and problem-solving skills in a professional environment.