Structural Intern: Shape Sustainable, Innovative Projects

Buro Happold; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Summer hours

Global network of experts

Learning & development opportunities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Buro Happold in Los Angeles invites applications for a Structural Intern role. You will collaborate with experienced engineers on innovative, sustainable projects affecting communities and climate action.

The position offers hands‑on design work, mentorship, and exposure to multidisciplinary teams across structural engineering, with a commitment to flexibility and learning in a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in structural, civil or architectural engineering with an emphasis on structures.
• Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design, advanced reinforced concrete design.
• Coursework in earthquake engineering is strongly preferred.
• 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

Structural engineering

Civil engineering

Architectural engineering

Earthquake engineering

Revit

3D modeling

Sustainability

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in structural/civil/architectural eng

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Buro Happold in Los Angeles invites applications for a Structural Intern role. You will collaborate with experienced engineers on innovative, sustainable projects affecting communities and climate action.

The position offers hands‑on design work, mentorship, and exposure to multidisciplinary teams across structural engineering, with a commitment to flexibility and learning in a dynamic studio environment.