Summer Intern - Structural Engineering

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement support

Paid holidays

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) invites motivated students to join its Summer Internship Program in architecture, structural and sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. The internship runs from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027, with opportunities to learn from experts and contribute to world-class design projects.

Open to current students planning careers in design disciplines; compensation ranges from $30/hour to $32/hour, with a deadline of January 18,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program in structural engineering or related field and returning to school Fall 2027.
• Exhibits initiative, problem solving, and high attention to precision for task-specific work.
• Able to follow timelines, seek guidance when needed, and escalate when required.

Responsibilities

• Spend the summer learning from experts across design disciplines and building design/visualization skills.
• Participate in a wide range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events.
• Contribute to world-class design projects under supervision.

Skills

Structural engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Google Sheets

ETABS

Revit

Rhino/Grasshopper

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in structural engineering or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

ETABS

Revit

Rhino/Grasshopper

Job description

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

Success at SOM Means Ideas:

We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.

Knowledge:

We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.

Product:

We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.

Individual:

We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

Team:

We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.

Firm:

We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Summer Internship Program Overview

The Summer Internship Program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, structural & sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. Spend the summer learning from experts in all of our design disciplines, building your design and visualization skills and contributing to world class design projects.

Summer Interns participate in a wide range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events. SOM's Summer Internship Program will run from June 7, 2027 until August 13, 2027.

Desired skills and expertise

• Current student in an accredited bachelor’s program or master’s degree program in structural engineering or related field of study and returning to school in the Fall of 2027.
• Exhibits initiative, problem solving, and a high attention to precision and accuracy at a task specific level.
• Able to follow instructions on timelines of deliverables, seeks guidance when needed, escalates appropriately if required.
• Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral and visual means.
• Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting and design development.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, specifically Sheets.
• Basic knowledge of ETABS, Revit and Rhino/Grasshopper.

Reminders

You must be returning to school in Fall 2027 to be considered for a summer internship at SOM.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027.

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $30/per hour to $32/per hour.

About SOM

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a global practice of architects, engineers, and planners renowned for designing buildings, interiors, and public spaces that push the boundaries of technical and environmental innovation. Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate across an international network of studios to deliver projects of lasting impact. Through our built work, research, and advocacy, we are advancing strategies to decarbonize the built environment. Learn more about our commitment to climate action.

Working at SOM

Our practice was built to champion inclusivity of expertise, people, and ideas. Together, we cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset that equips our teams to face new challenges. Our studio culture offers opportunities for mentorship, growth, and leadership across project teams, offices, and employee resource groups. SOM is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we have been recognized with the highest ranking awarded on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index. We publish an annual Impact Report as part of our ongoing commitment to advancing equity in our practice and the profession.

Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and accident insurance.
• We also offer retirement support, free access to employee assistance programs for employees and family members, workplace flexibility, paid holidays, family leave, and paid time off.
• We reimburse costs for professional licenses, certifications, and exams, and offer specialized, in-house career development and mentorship programs designed to help you advance your knowledge and expertise.