Summer Structural Engineering Intern

As a leading design, engineering, and construction firm with a rich legacy dating back to 1878, Austin offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and professional development. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of industries worldwide. Summary/Objective The Austin Company performs design-build work for the industrial and specialized commercial market. The Structural Intern actively works with in-house engineers, architects, and construction departments to assist with ongoing functions. In addition to assisting with project support, each intern participates in an interactive intern-specific project. This unique opportunity provides coordination amongst the various engineering and architectural design disciplines. Throughout the summer, the interns choose a project, decide a site location, and bring their project idea to life with engineering design and collaboration efforts. Finally, a proposal and presentation are assembled, in which the interns pitch their design proposal to the architectural, engineering, construction and marketing professionals in the office. By the end of the summer internship, students gain an understanding for the project cycle.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Drafting and 3-D modeling tasks in Revit or other BIM software.

Perform calculations for specific tasks including steel & concrete design.

Participate in project and department review meetings.

For the Intern Project, The Structural Intern duties are:

Coordination with other disciplines such as various engineering departments, architecture, and construction.

Code analysis and determination of load criteria for both gravity and lateral systems.

Design of foundation system (spread/combined footings, deep foundations, grade walls, etc...).

Design and detailing of concrete flatwork. This can include slabs on grade, elevated slabs, construction/control joint layout, reinforcing, exterior equipment mat foundations, equipment pits, and grade beams.

Construct a 3-D model in Revit of each structural element and coordinate modeling with other disciplines.

Create construction drawing set to be presented to engineering and leadership staff. This will include general notes and load diagrams along with plans, sections, and details for steel framing, foundations, and concrete flatwork.

Estimate material quantities for project by conducting material take-offs and working with preconstruction department to perform cost estimations.

Assist in constructing project proposal presentation.

Required Education and Experience Actively enrolled in a 4 or 5-year degree program in Engineering.

The pay for this position in California is $26.00 per hour.