Structural Intern - Summer 2027

HDR, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. invites motivated engineering students to join our Structural Internship program for Summer 2027 in Columbus, Ohio.

You will gain real-world experience on exciting projects and work under the guidance of professional staff and project managers. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program, with strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program with attention to detail and ability to apply engineering techniques.
• GPA of 3.0+ preferred; local candidates encouraged.
• Familiarity with software packages related to field of study/industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Basic Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

2 years completed toward degree; 3.0+ GPA

Local candidates preferred

Tools

Engineering software packages

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Structural Intern - Summer 2027, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Pay Transparency Location: Columbus}: $20 - $24

Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

BusinessClass: Building Structural

Job Posting: Sep 18, 2026