Civil Engineering Intern

Description

• Perform literature reviews and data gathering to support engineering analyses.
• Assist with engineering evaluations related to seismic, extreme wind, and other natural phenomena hazards
• Assist in the development or verification of analytical models involving seismic loads, soil profiles, and boundary conditions
• Prepare civil engineering design documents including calculations, analysis and design reports, design memoranda, engineering drawings
• Participate in design review meetings, document meeting minutes, and track action items
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and constructability assessments
• Conduct presentations to interdisciplinary teams and external parties
• Soil–structure interaction modelling
• Assist in maintaining project files, design records, and document control processes
• Prepare SAP2000 models of steel and concrete structures
• Support preparation of design packages and project deliverables in accordance with organizational standards and applicable codes
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, geotechnical, and project controls groups

Requirements

• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Basic familiarity with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).
• Familiarity with nuclear design standards (eg. CSA N291, CSA N287, ANSI/AISC N690, ACI 349, ASCE/SEI 4, ASCE/SEI 43)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong organization and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
• Skilled at developing and maintaining strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors
• Hands-on experience with real projects
• Actively working towards a post-secondary degree or diploma in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Structural Engineering. Senior students or new grads preferred.
• Working knowledge of SASSI and ANSYS
• Exposure to nuclear design concepts, principles, regulations, codes and standards
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary environments and follow supervisory guidance
• Basic exposure to soil–structure interaction concepts, including foundation flexibility and soil modulus concepts, through coursework or academic projects
• Foundational understanding of basic structural dynamics concepts (natural frequency, damping, modal behavior)
• Ability to perform analytical work accurately and follow established engineering processes
• Working knowledge of SAP 2000 and Mathcad
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Coursework or academic project experience related to:
• Ability to evaluate data, perform calculations, and apply engineering judgment under direction
• Seismic design per ASCE/SEI 7 or ASCE/SEI 43
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document findings clearly and professionally
• Experience with numerical modelling concepts, including finite element modelling
• Familiarity with fundamental seismic design concepts such as response spectra, PGA, design basis earthquake criteria, and code-referenced seismic parameters.
• Familiarity with DOE standards (e.g., DOE-STD-1020)
• Strong technical foundation in civil engineering principles, including statics, materials, hydraulics, soil mechanics, and structural behavior
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn standards and procedures

Benefits

• Mentoring/Coaching with Senior Employees/Leaders
• Opportunities to network across departments
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance