Structural Intern - Summer 2027

DCI Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

DCI Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to support hands-on project work, gain practical experience with Revit detailing, construction support, and structural analysis, and learn from experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.

This seasonal internship offers exposure to shop drawings, site visits, drafting, and design tasks across diverse project types, with mentorship and opportunities to grow technical skills in a dynamic firm.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills.
• Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering degree in progress from an ABET-accredited university.
• 3rd or 4th-year undergraduate or master’s degree in progress.
• Collaborative, approachable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in structural engineering design, construction support, and learning new skills.

Responsibilities

• Construction support services in the form of shop drawings or submittal review
• Construction site visits to support ongoing projects
• Revit detailing and drafting
• Preliminary structural analysis and design on a variety of projects and construction types
• Collaborate with engineers and BIM designers to coordinate project details
• Learn progressively through hands-on experience and mentorship

Skills

Effective communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited degree in progress (Civil/Structural/Architectural)

3rd or 4th year undergraduate or master's degree in progress

Job description

DCI Engineers - Los Angeles

Jumpstart your structural engineering career with DCI Engineers in our Los Angeles, CA office. As a Structural Engineering Intern, you’ll work on hands-on projects, gain practical experience with Revit detailing, construction support, and structural analysis, and collaborate with experienced engineers in a supportive and innovative environment - all while learning and growing your technical expertise.

What You’ll Do

As a seasonal Structural Engineering Intern, you can expect your work responsibilities to include:

• Construction support services in the form of shop drawings or submittal review


• Construction site visits to support ongoing projects


• Revit detailing and drafting


• Preliminary structural analysis and design on a variety of projects and construction types


• Collaborate with engineers and BIM designers to coordinate project details


• Learn progressively through hands-on experience and mentorship

What You Bring

To succeed as a Structural Engineering Intern, you should bring the following skills and experiences:

• Effective communication skills


• Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering degree in progress from an ABET-accredited university


• 3rd or 4th-year undergraduate or master’s degree in progress


• Collaborative, approachable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team


• Interest in structural engineering design, construction support, and learning new skills

Why DCI Engineers

At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a lifestyle you crave. With 20+ offices across the United States and 35+ years of experience, we’ve built a firm that challenges employees to step outside the box, provide creative solutions, and deliver exceptional value to projects.

We foster a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, where mentorship, professional growth, and work/life balance are a priority. Your time outside of work fuels your productivity, creativity, and professional development, and we encourage our employees to pursue it.