About the role#
As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will join our integrated design team in Charlotte. You will assist with the design of structural systems for new construction and building renovation projects. This is a paid, full-time position for the Summer 2027 term. You will work alongside licensed engineers and collaborate with professionals across architecture and other disciplines to gain hands-on experience in the design process.
What you'll do#
- Work with a licensed engineer to design structural systems for various building projects.
- Attend design team meetings to observe how a multi-disciplinary team coordinates their work.
- Assist with the design and development of construction documents, primarily using Revit.
- Coordinate structural design requirements with architecture and other internal disciplines.
- Visit an active construction site.
What you'll need#
- Completed at least one year in an ABET-accredited Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering program.
- Experience or interest in BIM workflows, such as Autodesk Revit.
- Interest in architectural building design.
- Preference is given to third-year students.
- Preference is given to those who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- This is an on-site position.
About DLR Group
DLR Group is an integrated design firm founded in 1966. It provides architecture, engineering, planning, and building optimization services for public and private sector clients. The firm operates 30 offices globally and maintains a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. It is 100 percent employee-owned.
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