Student Structural BIM Technician Intern (Rapid City)

RESPEC; Rapid City (SD); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RESPEC in Rapid City seeks a Student Structural BIM Intern for its 2027 Summer Internship Program. You will assist with BIM modeling, drafting, and design support under senior staff in the Facilities (Structural) Market Sector.

Work with engineers and designers to develop and coordinate models and construction documents, learning industry workflows and BIM standards while gaining real project exposure and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate’s degree in drafting, architectural/structural engineering technology, or a related field.
• Interest in structural design and BIM workflows

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining structural BIM models using Revit under the guidance of senior staff
• Support the preparation of structural drawings, details, and model-based documentation for various project phases
• Coordinate with structural engineers and BIM technicians to incorporate design changes and redlines into models
• Perform basic model checks to help identify clashes, inconsistencies, or missing information
• Organize and manage BIM files in accordance with company standards and project requirements
• Extract quantities, schedules, and basic model data as needed to support engineering tasks
• Participate in coordination meetings and gain exposure to multidisciplinary workflows (structural, architectural, MEP)
• Follow established BIM standards, templates, and best practices while learning industry workflows

Skills

BIM modeling

Structural drafting

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Associate degree in drafting/engineering tech

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

RESPEC is seeking a Student Structural BIM Intern to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program in our Rapid City office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in structural drafting, BIM modeling, and design support to gain real-world experience within a growing North American engineering consulting firm.

This hands-on internship is within RESPEC’s Facilities (Structural) Market Sector and focuses on Building Information Modeling (BIM) and structural drafting support. The intern will work closely with structural engineers and designers to assist with the development and coordination of structural models and construction documents.

Under the guidance of experienced staff, the intern will receive mentoring and exposure to professional consulting services, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real project workflows. Responsibilities may include:

• Assist in developing and maintaining structural BIM models using software such as Revit under the guidance of senior staff
• Support the preparation of structural drawings, details, and model-based documentation for various project phases
• Coordinate with structural engineers and BIM technicians to incorporate design changes and redlines into models
• Perform basic model checks to help identify clashes, inconsistencies, or missing information
• Organize and manage BIM files in accordance with company standards and project requirements
• Extract quantities, schedules, and basic model data as needed to support engineering tasks
• Participate in coordination meetings and gain exposure to multidisciplinary workflows (structural, architectural, MEP)
• Follow established BIM standards, templates, and best practices while learning industry workflows

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate’s degree in drafting, architectural/structural engineering technology, or a related field
• Interest in structural design and BIM workflows

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or experience related to structural drafting or BIM
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Autodesk Revit; AutoCAD experience a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Additional Information

Compensation:Compensation depends on experience. No benefits are offered except those that are required for statutory purposes.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Info

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here.RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.