Summer Structural Engineer Intern: Mentored & Hands-on

Degenkolb Engineers; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship program

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers in San Francisco invites rising civil or structural engineering students to join a summer internship that blends academic learning with active project work. You'll work under mentors on real structural projects across multiple West Coast and Michigan offices.

You will gain hands-on experience in seismic analysis, steel design, and project delivery while learning from seasoned engineers. This internship emphasizes ownership of your learning within a culture of excellence and

Qualifications

• Continuing student enrolled through Fall 2027 or later.
• Senior civil/structural student planning to enter a Structural Engineering graduate program in Fall 2027.
• First-year graduate student in multi-year Structural Engineering master’s or Ph.D. program.
• Must complete Structural Analysis, Steel Design, Reinforced Concrete Design by internship start date.
• Undergraduate GPA minimum 3.40; strong graduate performance where applicable.
• Interest in seismic analysis for West Coast offices or steel design for Michigan offices.
• Leadership roles or active involvement in engineering societies or related activities.
• Work authorization to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

• Meaningful Project Work: contribute to active structural engineering projects.
• Technical Learning: build skills in structural analysis, design, delivery, and site observation.
• Mentorship & Feedback: receive guidance and candid feedback from experienced engineers.
• Firmwide Perspectives: participate in a summer presentation series with leaders across the firm.
• Connection & Collaboration: work with multidisciplinary teams across offices and practice areas.
• Career Exploration: expand your network and explore structural engineering career paths.

Skills

Seismic analysis

Steel design

Leadership involvement

Education

Senior Civil Engineering student

Graduate Structural Engineering student (MS/PhD)

Job description

Degenkolb Engineers in San Francisco invites rising civil or structural engineering students to join a summer internship that blends academic learning with active project work. You'll work under mentors on real structural projects across multiple West Coast and Michigan offices.

You will gain hands-on experience in seismic analysis, steel design, and project delivery while learning from seasoned engineers. This internship emphasizes ownership of your learning within a culture of excellence and