Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Walker Consultants is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join our Minneapolis office for Summer 2027. This internship provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and consultants on a variety of structural design, restoration, forensic, and building envelope projects.

As part of our Minneapolis team, you will gain hands-on experience supporting project development from investigation and design through construction administration and field observation. You'll collaborate with engineers and project managers, apply engineering concepts to real-world projects, and develop technical skills that will help lay the foundation for a successful career in structural engineering. The Minneapolis office serves clients throughout the Upper Midwest and offers exposure to a wide range of building and infrastructure projects.

What You'll Do

• Work directly with Project Engineers and Project Managers to support project design and documentation.
• Prepare and revise structural drawings, details, calculations, and technical reports.
• Utilize BIM technology (Revit) to develop and coordinate 3D building models.
• Perform structural design calculations and detailing for building structures, foundations, and retaining systems.
• Interpret and apply building codes, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Assist with field investigations, site visits, condition assessments, and construction observations.
• Review construction documents, shop drawings, and project submittals.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, calculations, and other project deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural/Engineering Technology.
• 0-5 years of previous structural design experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Reliable access to a personal vehicle is required for the duration of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience using Revit.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD.
• Coursework or experience in Structural Analysis, Reinforced Concrete, Steel Design, or Foundation Design.
• Interest in restoration, forensic investigations, and building envelope consulting.
• Willingness to travel locally for project site visits and fieldwork.

• Annual discretionary bonus program 

• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned! 

• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance

• Mental wellness benefits  

• Health Savings Account with company contribution  

• 401(k) with company match 

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts  

• 529 college savings plan 

• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 

• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 

• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 

• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves  

• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs 

• Paid community involvement hours 

• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships

• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities

• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

Why Walker Consultants?

Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.

The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners. 

Join Us!

We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. 

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.   

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.  

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS: 

Any candidate information, including resumes, submitted to Walker Consultants or to any of our employees without a fully executed agreement will be considered unsolicited and non-confidential. Walker Consultants reserves the right to review and pursue such candidates independently, and no placement fees or other compensation will be owed to the submitting party. Candidates submitted in this manner will be treated as direct applicants. Submission of candidate information to Waller Consultants constitutes acceptance of this policy. External recruiters interested in working with Walker Consultants may contact Lindsey Eggerding at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.