About the role#
Ardmore Roderick is hiring a Structural Design Intern to support our civil engineering structures team in Chicago. You will work on various infrastructure projects and gain hands-on experience with structural design principles. This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Assist the structures team with assigned project tasks.
- Conduct project research and perform preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Help prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Collect and maintain essential project documentation.
- Learn the fundamentals of civil engineering through active project participation.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a four-year degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
- You have an interest in transportation-based structural design, such as bridges and retaining walls.
- Familiarity with MicroStation and AutoCAD is required.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office.
- You communicate well in both written and verbal forms and work effectively within a team.
- Strong organizational skills are expected.
- Prior internship experience in civil engineering is preferred.
- Familiarity with MathCAD, STAAD, or Shoring Suite is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site or hybrid, depending on specific project and team requirements.
- Compensation: $25 per hour.
- Note: Sponsorship, housing, and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
About Ardmore Roderick
Ardmore Roderick is an engineering services firm founded in 2005. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides design, construction management, and program management services. It serves clients in the transportation, utility, rail, and aviation sectors. The firm employs between 201 and 500 people.
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