Internship, Civil/Structural 2026

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (Sgh)

The Role

Overview

Civil/structural engineering internship with hands‑on field and design work.

Key Responsibilities

  • analysis
  • material testing
  • construction monitoring
  • structural design
  • field investigations
  • data organization

Tasks

-Assist with preparation of client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports. -Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software. -Analyze materials, support our petrography staff, develop test protocols, design and construct testing apparatus, perform tests, and analyze test data. -Collaborate with SGH engineers to perform reconnaissance on existing structures, conduct field tests, or monitor construction in progress. -Maintain high grades in their studies, interested in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment. -Assist with construction monitoring, field investigations, condition assessments, construction observations as well as project drafting, structural design and analysis, and site inspections. -Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem solving, and repair design.

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • structural engineering
  • materials science
  • architecture
  • communication
  • travel

What You Bring

-Students should have an interest in civil and or structural engineering, materials science, architecture, and architectural engineering. -Successful candidates must have strong communication abilities. -Work may include travel and working from heights.

Benefits

-Graduate: $33.75 - $34.75 per hour -Undergraduate: $29.25 - $32.50 per hour -Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity. -PhD student: $36.75 per hour

The Company

About Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (Sgh)

-Recognized for pioneering work in structural design and building systems integration. -Typical projects include high-rise buildings, critical infrastructure, advanced laboratories, and transportation systems. -Specializes in providing solutions for energy, water resources, marine, and transportation sectors. -Projects often involve intricate technical requirements, such as seismic analysis and high-performance building systems. -Has a global reach, working with clients in diverse markets, including commercial, residential, and industrial. -Notable for engineering iconic structures, including unique bridges, towers, and cutting-edge research facilities.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Institutional

Residential

Transportation

Nuclear

Water/Wastewater

Science

Defense

Educational

Industrial

Healthcare

Government

Historic Preservation

Hospitality

Community Services

Higher Education

Building Enclosure Engineering

Structural Engineering

Engineering Mechanics

Building Science

Construction Engineering