Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027, Chicago

The International; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 33.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

WSP USA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Chicago, IL office. This full-time internship runs for 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027, with a focus on developing core structural engineering skills alongside senior staff.

Interns will participate in project research, field work, preliminary design tasks, and documentation while learning practical design principles and software tools in a mentored environment.

Competenze

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Structural Engineering undergraduate program with anticipated graduation Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older and authorized to work in the United States at internship start.
• Proven interest in Structural Engineering and ability to communicate with both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Capable of taking direction from mentors and managers to execute projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office software, spreadsheets and general tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies.

Mansioni

• Support a variety of engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Structural Engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Instruction following

Adaptability

Formazione

Undergraduate Structural Engineering

Master's or PhD (preferred)

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP

ETABS

RISA

Descrizione del lavoro

WSP USA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in our Chicago, IL office. This full-time internship runs for 12 weeks, starting May 17, 2027, with a focus on developing core structural engineering skills alongside senior staff.

Interns will participate in project research, field work, preliminary design tasks, and documentation while learning practical design principles and software tools in a mentored environment.