Structural Engineering Intern: Real-World Design

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineer (Structural) Intern for our Summer Internship 2027 program in our Rapid City, SD office. This is a temporary part‑time position.

You will gain hands-on experience by collaborating with our multi‑discipline team on real client projects in the Facilities (Structural) Market Sector. The role involves assisting with design work, performing calculations, and field inspections, under mentoring supervision.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in civil engineering
• Solid time management skills and ability to produce accurate, high‑quality work
• Coursework in steel, wood, concrete, and precast/prestressed concrete design
• Good working knowledge of fundamentals of structural engineering concepts
• Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented
• Strong problem‑solving and math skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Team player who strives to provide quality work
• Some proficiency with Autocad Revit

Responsibilities

• Assist with design work
• Perform calculations and simulations
• Research topics as assigned
• Assist with field inspections

Skills

Solid time management

Core structural knowledge

Strong problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team player

Fundamentals of structural engineering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Autocad Revit

Job description

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineer (Structural) Intern for our Summer Internship 2027 program in our Rapid City, SD office. This is a temporary part‑time position.

You will gain hands-on experience by collaborating with our multi‑discipline team on real client projects in the Facilities (Structural) Market Sector. The role involves assisting with design work, performing calculations, and field inspections, under mentoring supervision.