Water Resources Structural Intern — Dams & Hydro

Mead & Hunt; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt, Inc. is offering a limited-term, full-time structural engineering intern position for May/June 2027 through August 2027 to support water resources projects in the Dams, Hydro, and Flood Risk Reduction unit.

The role involves assisting with design calculations, data analysis, drafting reports, and site visits, with potential exposure to AutoCAD/Civil3D and other structural software. A valid driver's license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least two semesters of college coursework in civil/structural/architectural eng or closely related field.
• Background check and valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work on water resources projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with structural and civil tasks on water resources projects.
• Prepare design calculations and cost estimates.
• Compile, organize, and analyze project data.
• Draft technical reports and construction documents.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs.

Skills

Structural/civil engineering courses

Microsoft Office experience

Previous internship experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

Two or more semesters of civil/structural/architectural eng coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

RISA

ENERCALC

Job description

Mead & Hunt, Inc. is offering a limited-term, full-time structural engineering intern position for May/June 2027 through August 2027 to support water resources projects in the Dams, Hydro, and Flood Risk Reduction unit.

The role involves assisting with design calculations, data analysis, drafting reports, and site visits, with potential exposure to AutoCAD/Civil3D and other structural software. A valid driver's license and background check are required.