Structural Intern

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Housing allowance for distant interns

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. seeks a Structural Engineering Intern to support our structural team on healthcare, education, commercial, and civic projects.

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to structural design, analysis, and construction documentation in a collaborative, owner-driven culture. Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree with a structural emphasis, you’ll work with Revit and AutoCAD, assist with drawings and calculations, and learn building codes under experienced mentors.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree with a structural emphasis.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural design and analysis for building projects.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Work with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Attend team meetings and document actions and due dates.
• Learn building codes and design standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree (structural emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

At SSR, we're more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm-we're a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other-driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to support our structural engineering team on a variety of projects, including healthcare, education, commercial, and civic facilities. This internship offers exposure to structural design, analysis, and construction documentation.

• Assist with structural design and analysis for building projects
• Support the preparation of drawings, calculations, and technical documentation
• Work with engineering software and BIM tools such as Revit and AutoCAD
• Learn applicable building codes, design standards, and industry best practices
• Assist team members with preparation and execution of tasks on assigned projects across your discipline (e.g., Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, HR, IT, Marketing).
• Apply industry standards and SSR policies under the guidance of project leads; document work with accuracy and completeness.
• Attend team meetings; capture notes, actions, and due dates; follow up to keep tasks moving.
• Seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills; share recent developments or coursework insights with the team.
• Participate in internal/external trainings, lunchandlearns, and site walks to build practical experience.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers; ask questions proactively and elevate blockers early.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or a related engineering program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in structural design and the built environment
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or structural analysis software is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a collaborative team setting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of theories and methodologies relevant to the discipline.
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity.
• Judgment and decisionmaking, with attention to detail and followthrough.
• Positive interpersonal collaboration and professionalism in team settings.

What We Offer

• Gain hands‑on experience on real‑world projects
• Learn from experienced engineers and industry leaders
• Develop technical and professional skills in a supportive environment
• Explore future career opportunities with SSR
• Paid overtime and a housing allowance provided for interns who do not reside near any of our office locations.

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