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Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

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Compensation
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Location
Philadelphia, PA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Structural Engineering Intern will work in Jacobs’ Philadelphia office, assisting structural engineers with project tasks such as engineering design, contract document production, and construction-phase support. The intern will be mentored by professional engineers and technical experts and collaborate with CAD designers to understand how structural requirements become construction drawings. The role provides training in infrastructure-focused structural engineering and how structural design integrates with other disciplines.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProblem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizationBluebeamRevitMicroStation

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural EngineeringABET-Accredited ProgramJunior Year or LaterUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship

Full job description

This role is for a Structural Engineering Intern located in the Philadelphia office. As a summer intern you will assist other structural engineers with various project tasks that may include engineering design, contract document production and construction phase engineering support. You will be mentored by a group of professional engineers and technical experts in designing facilities such as water and wastewater pump stations, treatment facilities for water and wastewater plants, and conveyance systems like vaults, channels, and culverts.

As part of our team, our goal is to provide a training opportunity to engage in the roles and responsibilities of an infrastructure focused structural engineer. You will also collaborate with our CAD designers to communicate how structural requirements get translated into construction drawings. This role will help you build a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Structural Engineering and show how structural design integrates with and impacts other disciplines.

  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

  • Good communication (both written and verbal), problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Ideally, you’ll also have:

  • Entering at least a Junior year of University education

  • Self-driven time management and organizational skills

  • Experience with a PDF editor such as Bluebeam and computer aided drafting programs such as Revit and Microstation

  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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