Structural Engineering Internship: Hands-on Projects & Mentorship

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Hawthorne Place (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) match

Employee stock ownership plan

Health & well‑being plans

Financial wellness

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. offers a Structural Engineering Internship Program in Illinois. Interns work with experienced structural engineers on infrastructure and facility projects, gaining hands-on experience and becoming integral team members.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis, preferably in junior year or with 60 credit hours completed, and will assist with analysis, reports, and software tools while traveling to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in structural engineering and the consulting industry.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with structural analysis and design calculations.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, technical documents, and plan production.
• Utilize industry-standard engineering software and tools.
• Review plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Participate in project meetings and coordination activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis)

Architectural Engineering or related discipline

Junior year completed or 60 credit hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. offers a Structural Engineering Internship Program in Illinois. Interns work with experienced structural engineers on infrastructure and facility projects, gaining hands-on experience and becoming integral team members.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis, preferably in junior year or with 60 credit hours completed, and will assist with analysis, reports, and software tools while traveling to sites as needed.