About the role#
As a Structural Engineering Intern at ITW Alpine, you will gain hands-on experience in metal-connected wood truss design. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support the creation of safe and efficient structural solutions for residential and commercial construction projects. This role provides an opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to real-world engineering projects.
What you'll do#
- Use custom truss design and engineering software to support structural design activities.
- Partner with engineering teams located across the United States and Canada.
- Learn the fundamentals of roof and floor truss design for residential construction.
- Assist with load analysis and apply customer specifications to prefabricated trusses.
- Gain exposure to engineering workflows and processes that support project execution.
- Identify ways to improve engineering processes and share your perspective to drive improvement.
- Build your understanding of construction practices and prefabricated truss applications.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising senior pursuing a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited program.
- Interest in residential and small to mid-sized commercial construction.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to adapt to new systems, learning styles, and technologies.
- A desire to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) certification in the future.
- Demonstrated drive, initiative, and commitment to achieving results.
Location & details#
- Location: Sacramento, California.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Compensation: $26.00 - $28.10 per hour.
About ITW
ITW is a global multi-industrial manufacturing company based in Glenview, Illinois. It operates seven distinct segments that produce industrial machinery and specialty products for markets including automotive, construction, and food equipment. The organization employs approximately 43,000 people across its worldwide operations. In 2025, the company reported 16 billion dollars in revenue.
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