Internship – Structural Engineer (Hybrid)

Description

• Software: use word processing, spreadsheet, and structural engineering software to support project tasks and team collaboration.
• Team collaboration: work closely with engineers and project managers while gaining hands-on experience in a professional consulting environment.
• Project support: support the preparation of engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation. Contribute to project reports and help develop cost estimates for engineering solutions.
• Fieldwork: participate in site visits and inspections to observe construction activities and help ensure compliance with design intent.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by site conditions.

Requirements

• Software: strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Work environment: ability to work in locations that may feature rough terrain typical of construction/manufacturing/rural outdoor sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
• Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs (up to 30% travel and fieldwork possible; project needs will vary).
• Technical knowledge: apply foundational engineering principles to assist with engineering calculations and modeling for a variety of industrial and energy-related structures.
• Education: civil engineering degree with at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics. Must be in junior or senior standing, with a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
• Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, uneven terrain).
• GPA: minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.
• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Compensation: Anticipated range of $22.66–28.90 hourly. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance