Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Advanced Facilities - ELE

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is inviting a Structural Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 within our Advanced Facilities group. You will assist in structural analysis and design for projects, collaborating with world-class professionals in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a junior-year Civil Engineering student with a 3.0 GPA, strong communication and teamwork, and a willingness to work from the Phoenix area with hybrid office/remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at least in junior year of a Civil Engineering program with emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, conceptual, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work in a team, self-motivated, productive.
• Must be within 50 miles of the Phoenix office and able to work in the office full time.
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform conventional Structural Engineering analysis and design under supervision.
• Develop judgment in selecting engineering techniques and criteria with guidance.
• Build engineering judgment and problem-solving skills, seeking guidance when needed.
• Learn lateral analysis and design concepts (wind and seismic) and apply building code provisions.
• Maintain high attention to detail and quality control, review own work and consult peers/seniors as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Education

Civil Engineering – Junior year

Job description

Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Advanced Facilities - ELE

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

As a Structural Engineering Intern Professional, you will gain real-world experience in Structural Engineering as you will be counted on to assist in the performance of Structural analysis and design for our projects. You will need strong communication and interpersonal skills as you work alongside world-class professionals in a fast-paced, professional setting which will provide you with invaluable experiences applying the knowledge and skills learned through education in a business environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, competently perform conventional aspects of Structural Engineering analysis and design
• With guidance and direction, develop judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Develop engineering judgement and problem-solving skills, not hesitating to reach out to others for guidance or confirmation when questions arise
• Develop knowledge of principles and practices of lateral analysis and design (wind and seismic), including ability to apply required provisions of the building code
• Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control, being committed to checking your own work and reaching out to peers and seniors for guidance when

Here's what you'll need

• Candidate must be currently enrolled in at least their junior year in a Civil Engineering curriculum with an emphasis in Structural Engineering
• GPA 3.0
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, conceptual, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment, to self-motivate, and work productively
• must be within 50 miles of the Phoenix office and have the ability to work in the office full time
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Structural Engineering analysis and design Intern experience

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .