Structural Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Gessner Engineering; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Gessner Engineering in Bryan, TX is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for Spring/Summer 2027. This part-time internship supports the Structural Department on various projects, offering hands-on experience with design, documentation, and site observation.

You will work under the guidance of structural engineers, learn to use design codes, and contribute to construction documents. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a civil/structural program, with a 3.0 GPA, and are eager to learn and

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a BS or MS in Structural/Civil Eng with a structural focus.
• Must possess at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Preferred - Experience with Microsoft Office, CAD software, and BIM.
• Demonstrates clear oral and written communication.
• Be solutions minded, collaborative, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team setting with other team members and design disciplines as needed.
• Assist with design for residential, commercial, and higher education projects.
• Visit project sites to collect forensics and as-built data and perform construction administration observations.
• Manage time and workload effectively.
• Work under the supervision and mentoring of structural engineers and designers.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Initiative

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Structural/Civil Eng (Structural focus)

GPA ≥ 3.0

Tools

CAD software

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Structural Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Intern - Part Time Bryan, Bryan, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1205

Salary Range: $28.12 To $28.12 Hourly

As a Structural Intern with Gessner Engineering, you will assist the Structural Department in their daily operations on a variety of projects. Your specific responsibilities are commiserated with experience and the expected learning outcomes.

Internships with Gessner Engineering uniquely feature opportunities to grow not only in your technical proficiency, but to develop as a well-rounded industry professional. Gessner delivers on this by granting our interns opportunities to work on active projects, receive training and mentorship from engineering professionals, collaborate across disciplines, and more.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work in a team setting with other team members as well as other design disciplines like civil, geotechnical, and external sub consultants when necessary.
• Assist with design for a variety of projects including residential, commercial, and higher education.
• Visit project sites to assist with the collection of forensics and as-built data and conduct construction administration observation duties.
• Manage time and workload effectively.
• Work under the supervision and mentoring of structural engineers and designers.

Learning Objectives

• Experience in the use of various structural design codes and specifications including but not limited to IBC, IRC, ASCE 7, ACI, PCI, AISC, NDS, and TMS
• Experience in design and detailing of various construction materials
• Experience in the design and analysis of building structures
• Experience in the development of comprehensive construction documents
• Bluebeam, Autodesk REVIT, RISA, or RAM Structural System experience

Qualifications

• Education
  • Required - Must be actively enrolled as a junior, senior or graduate student working towards a Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with Structural focus.
  • Required - Must possess at least a 3.0 GPA
• Experience/Skills
  • Preferred - Experience with Microsoft Office programs, CAD software and BIM
  • Required - Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals and groups
  • Be solutions minded. Always find a way to be part of the solution.
  • Be collaborative. Must have a positive attitude, work well with co-workers and clients.
  • Take initiative. Seek out every opportunity to do and to learn.
• Availability
  • Spring Interns are required to maintain consistent ability to work 16+ hours per week in minimum 4-hour increments.
    • Must be enrolled in fewer than 16 academic credit hours
  • Summer interns are required to maintain consistent ability to work 35+ hours per week.

Gessner Engineering does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, OPT, CPT, TN, or similar) at this time.

Gessner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.