About the role#
We are looking for a Buildings Engineering Intern to join our team in Rochester, New York, for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers hands-on experience across new construction, renovation, adaptive reuse, and historic preservation projects. You will work within a collaborative environment to sharpen your technical skills and contribute to meaningful structural engineering projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist the project team in preparing structural designs and drawings from conceptual stages through construction.
- Perform field reviews for projects currently under construction.
- Visit existing buildings to document current conditions.
- Become familiar with engineering plans and technical details.
- Support the team by performing computer modeling and hand calculations.
What you'll need#
- Current 3rd year standing as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited Civil or Architectural Engineering program.
- Completion of at least one steel or concrete design class.
- Experience using MS Word, Excel, and engineering software.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
- A commitment to integrity, innovation, and continuous learning.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester, New York.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full time.
About Sidara
Sidara is a global collaborative of specialist firms focused on architecture, engineering, and project management. The company operates in over 70 countries with a network of 450 offices. It employs more than 55,000 people. Founded in 1986, the firm provides services in sustainability, digital strategy, and energy innovation.
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