Structural Engineering Internship — Summer in Chicago

Mott MacDonald; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Mentorship and career development

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Chicago, IL invites undergraduates and graduates pursuing a degree in Structural, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering to join our 2027 Prelaunch internship. You’ll work with experienced consultants and mentors on meaningful projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop consulting skills in a supportive team environment.

Participants will engage in site visits, meetings, and design refinement while building professional relationships and learning to deliver sustainable

Qualifications

• Progress toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• Interest demonstrated through internships, volunteering, or organizations.
• Creative thinking with a methodical, pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through our Early Career Professionals Network

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Structural/Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Mott MacDonald in Chicago, IL invites undergraduates and graduates pursuing a degree in Structural, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering to join our 2027 Prelaunch internship. You’ll work with experienced consultants and mentors on meaningful projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop consulting skills in a supportive team environment.

Participants will engage in site visits, meetings, and design refinement while building professional relationships and learning to deliver sustainable