Structural Engineering Intern - Buildings (Summer 2027)

Stantec
San Francisco, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have junior-level structural engineering coursework and experience with Revit and structural analysis software.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with junior-level structural engineering coursework and interest in building systems design
    — “Minimum of junior level classes complete. Must have completed design courses in steel and concrete.”
  • Individuals comfortable with cross-disciplinary coordination and project management under guidance
    — “Works with architectural, interior, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer”
  • Students pursuing a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with software proficiency in Revit and analysis tools
    — “Pursuing a Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.”

Things to consider

  • Field work may involve exposure to inclement weather and physical labor
    — “Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.”
  • The role may require long periods of sedentary work in an office environment
    — “Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with steel and concrete design in your resume and interview responses
    — “Must have completed design courses in steel and concrete.”
  • Highlight your ability to interpret drawings and coordinate with other disciplines
    — “Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials”
  • Showcase your proficiency with Revit and other structural analysis software
    — “Performs Revit design for the structural discipline using knowledge of relevant software programs”
  • Demonstrate your capacity to work independently on smaller projects and as part of a team
    — “The role of a Structural Intern is to work independently on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger projects under the guidance of a Senior Structural Engineer.”
  • Demonstrate experience with data collection and how it supports engineering decisions
    — “Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful completion of structural analysis and design tasks
Typical background
junior level classes in Civil or Structural Engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Structural EngineeringRevitMicrosoft Office SuiteFinite Element Analysis Software

Preferred

Team CollaborationCreative Problem-solving

Stack & domain

Structural AnalysisDesign And Detailing Of Steel, Concrete, Masonry, And Timber SystemsRevit DesignField WorkBasic CalculationsEngineering DutiesData CollectionEnercalcRISASAPTeamworkCreative And Critical ThoughtCommunicationStructural EngineeringBuilding Design

About the role

Original posting from Stantec

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity:

Join a dynamic team that balances competing project interests with creativity and efficiency for challenging and exciting projects. Together, we can accelerate towards a brighter future. Our team of interdisciplinary engineers works collaboratively with clients to design buildings and processes that are on track for safety, performance, and sustainability.

Your Duties:

The role of a Structural Intern is to work independently on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger projects under the guidance of a Senior Structural Engineer. The Structural Intern will be able to take direction and learn to perform structural analysis, design and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems. Additional responsibilities include:

Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials

Performs Revit design for the structural discipline using knowledge of relevant software programs

Works with architectural, interior, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer

Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer

Performs basic calculations to analyze and design individual building components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software

Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions

Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought

Basic understanding of Revit, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool

Thorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others

Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material

Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit; Component Design Software such as Enercalc; Finite Element Analysis Software such as RISA and SAP

Education and Experience:

Pursuing a Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Minimum of junior level classes complete.  Must have completed design courses in steel and concrete.

The preceding job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide a general overview of the expectations and responsibilities of this position. As the nature of business demands change, so may the functions of this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace

Source: Stantec careers

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