About the role#
As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will join our Advanced Facilities team to work on projects for industrial and commercial clients. You will assist in the design of new structures and structural upgrades for facilities like datacenters and manufacturing plants. You will work under the guidance of Professional Engineers and technical experts to gain experience in structural analysis and design.
What you'll do#
- Manage the schedule and technical quality of assigned engineering tasks.
- Perform calculations and evaluations for structural designs.
- Assist in structural analysis and design projects.
- Take on increasingly complex calculations as designs develop.
- Coordinate with Designers to communicate structural requirements in models and on paper.
- Review your own work to ensure accuracy and quality control.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis on Structural Engineering.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
- Previous internship experience or structural engineering research.
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Pursuit of a Master's degree in Structural Engineering is a plus.
- Experience with STAAD, Navisworks, and Bluebeam is helpful.
- Familiarity with US building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.
Location & details#
- Locations: Boise, Idaho and San Diego, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $45,000.00 to $63,000.00 (paid hourly).
About Jacobs
Jacobs provides consulting and technical services across sectors such as transportation, water, and life sciences. The company operates in fields including advanced manufacturing, energy, and environmental planning. It maintains a workforce of approximately 67,243 employees. The headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.
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