Structural Engineering Intern (Ports and Maritime) - Summer 2027

Industry

Transportation

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join our Ports and Maritime team in Bellevue, Washington in Summer 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team and be involved in a variety of engineering tasks for both private and public sector clients; such as design, analysis, and maintenance of various structural systems including bridges, and other infrastructure projects.

In this position you will work with a multidisciplinary team taking on a variety of tasks that blend your theoretical knowledge with practical application. Under the guidance of professional engineers, architects and other senior technical staff you will work on design, analysis, and delivery of projects ranging from local waterfront projects to large scale international port developments in the cruise, cargo and ferry industries. We’ll provide you with the challenge of working on coordination and design of new marine structures as well as structural rehabilitation and retrofit projects.  

Your Responsibilities May Include: 

• Assist in the preparation of structural calculations/designs, contract drawings and specifications, cost estimates, construction schedules, engineering reports, and construction/field reports

• Review submittals, RFIs, and drawing/specification packages for conformance with contract documents.

• Learn and engage in the design of maritime structures from urban waterfront parks to ports supporting offshore wind farm developments, and more

Here's what you'll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Ideally, You Will Have: 

• Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering 

•3.0 GPA

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD

• A previous internship related to Ports and Maritime

• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

50,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

70,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $50,000.00 to $70,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 05, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Bellevue	Washington	United States