Structural Engineering Intern

Description

• Contribute to geotechnical analyses such as seepage, slope stability, settlement, and foundation capacity.
• Assisting with field explorations at dam and levee sites, including soil and rock sampling, drilling oversight, and geotechnical logging.
• Assist with hydraulic modeling to simulate reservoir operations, flood routing, and spillway capacity, supporting risk assessments and design improvements.
• Participate in dam/levee safety inspections and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, hydraulic, geotechnical and environmental engineers).
• Help prepare technical reports, figures, data summaries, calculation packages, and drawings for dam safety evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards during field and analysis work.
• Perform structural analysis of dam components, such as spillways, gates, and retaining structures, to evaluate performance under different loading conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to think outside the box and strong desire to learn from other experts as well as from self-study.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, or engineering software (GeoStudio, PLAXIS, HEC-RAS, SAP2000, STAAD) a plus.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Willingness to occasionally travel and work outdoors at dam and levee sites in varying conditions.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly effective at managing tasks and priorities.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• Senior standing (going into Senior year) preferred but not required.
• Careful and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Direct exposure to dam safety projects that integrate geotechnical, structural, and hydraulic engineering.
• Hands-on experience with field investigations, risk evaluations, engineering analysis, and modeling.
• Specific structural project or school experience a plus.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related program.

Benefits

• In addition to the work-centered program, we also offer robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.
• Mentorship from engineers specializing in dam safety, hydropower, and water infrastructure design.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance