Waterfront Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Moffatt & Nichol; Federal Way, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol invites applications for the Waterfront Structural Engineering Internship for Summer 2027 in our Seattle or Federal Way office. This entry-level, temporary role supports project teams in structural engineering tasks, CAD/BIM work, and site inspections under close supervision, with the goal of learning standard workflows and tools.

The position emphasizes hands-on design work, coordination with engineers and scientists, and the opportunity to gain experience across multiple

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Structural/Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.
• Entering final year of the degree after summer; Master’s degree preferred.
• EIT certification is preferred.
• Prior related internship experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design waterfront structures and related marine projects.
• Perform structural analysis for piers, wharves, bulkheads, seawalls, offshore platforms, and related supports.
• Assist in development of plans, specifications, calculations, and project reports.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams and perform field investigations or inspections when needed.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare inspection reports; review shop drawings and submittals.

Skills

Communication skills

Field investigations

Site inspections

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural/Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis

Entering final year of degree; Master’s degree preferred

EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP2000

LPile

Mathcad

Bluebeam

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol invites applications for the Waterfront Structural Engineering Internship for Summer 2027 in our Seattle or Federal Way office. This entry-level, temporary role supports project teams in structural engineering tasks, CAD/BIM work, and site inspections under close supervision, with the goal of learning standard workflows and tools.

The position emphasizes hands-on design work, coordination with engineers and scientists, and the opportunity to gain experience across multiple