Structural Intern — Hybrid, Learning & Impact

Buro Happold; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working hours

Summer hours

Global network of experts

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Buro Happold in Chicago is seeking a motivated Structural Intern to gain hands-on experience on innovative and sustainable engineering projects. You will support the development and delivery of structural engineering tasks under supervision and participate in interdisciplinary project meetings.

The internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and exposure to a global network of experts, with hybrid work options and access to wide-ranging learning opportunities. Candidates encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in structural, civil or architectural engineering with an emphasis on structures.
• Relevant coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design, advanced reinforced concrete design.
• Revit and 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.) are a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in the built environment and sustainable design.
• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of structural engineering projects from concept to completion
• Perform structural analysis, design tasks, and calculations under supervision
• Participate in interdisciplinary project meetings and collaborate with design teams
• Assist in preparing technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation
• Support structural embodied carbon assessments and sustainability initiatives
• Contribute to site visits and help monitor construction progress

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Sustainable design interest

Education

Bachelors or Masters in structural/civil/architectural eng

Tools

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

Job description

Buro Happold in Chicago is seeking a motivated Structural Intern to gain hands-on experience on innovative and sustainable engineering projects. You will support the development and delivery of structural engineering tasks under supervision and participate in interdisciplinary project meetings.

The internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and exposure to a global network of experts, with hybrid work options and access to wide-ranging learning opportunities. Candidates encouraged to apply.