Structural Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. is offering a Structural Engineer Internship for Summer 2026 in Rapid City, SD. The role provides hands-on experience working with experienced engineers on diverse projects such as schools and water treatment plants.

Key responsibilities include assisting with structural analysis, drafting technical documents, and collaborating on project goals. Candidates must have completed at least one semester towards a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

This internship offers a platform to develop technical skills and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least one semester towards a bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis and design calculations under supervision.
• Draft and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals.
• Lead construction observation and site reports.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Revit

AutoCAD

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

RAM

RISA

Enercalc

Mathcad

Job description

Structural Engineering Internship - Summer 2026 - (OH1097)

Structural Internship Summer 2026 - Rapid City, SD

Join our team for Summer 2026 as a Structural Engineer Intern and gain hands‑on experience working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. You’ll contribute to real projects such as schools, water treatment plants, universities, environmental structures, and develop your technical, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis and design calculations under supervision of licensed engineers.
• Help draft and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals.
• Lead construction observation and site reports on inter‑discipline projects.
• Assist with tasks including data entry, filing and scanning, record entry, and miscellaneous administrative responsibilities.
• Review construction submittals for conformance with project plans and specs.

Qualifications

Basic

• Completion of at least one semester towards a bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Ability to travel as required

Preferred

• Completion of at least 4 semesters towards a bachelordegree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Experience using Revit and/or AutoCAD for design production
• Experience using structural design software such as RAM, RISA, Enercalc, Mathcad or others.
• Active involvement in campus organizations and/or volunteer groups

Physical

• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off‑site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action /Disability Employer

Location

Rapid City, SD - Rapid City, SD 57703 US (Primary)