About the role#
As a Structural Intern at HDR, you will work on engineering projects while gaining practical experience. You will collaborate with recent graduates and company leaders through our mentoring and young professionals programs. This position involves working under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager to support our Building Engineering department.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Expand your structural mechanics knowledge by performing design work using IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, and TMS standards.
- Gain real-world experience on active projects.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate Civil Engineering program.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and basic Microsoft Office skills.
- A commitment to participating in our employee-owned culture.
- Preference is given to candidates who have completed at least two years of their degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry software.
- Local candidates are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a paid internship.
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm that provides engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. The company operates globally across sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, and water resources. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it employs over 17,000 people. It maintains a large network of offices to support its diverse project portfolio.
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