About the role#
We are looking for students to join our Oakland office for a Summer 2027 internship. You will work alongside experienced professionals in the office and in the field. This role provides hands-on experience where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world civil and structural engineering challenges. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Assist with construction monitoring, field investigations, and site inspections.
- Analyze materials and develop test protocols.
- Collaborate with engineers to conduct field tests and monitor construction progress.
- Organize field data and assist with research to support repair design and problem solving.
- Perform analysis using hand calculations and software under the guidance of licensed professionals.
- Assist with the preparation of client deliverables, including reports and construction documents.
- Please note that this work may involve travel and working from heights.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Civil Engineering or Architecture program.
- Strong academic performance.
- A genuine interest in civil, structural, or architectural engineering.
- Enthusiasm for hands-on work and solving complex engineering problems.
- Strong communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Undergraduate students earn between $29.25 and $32.50 per hour. Graduate students earn between $33.75 and $34.75 per hour. PhD students earn $36.75 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is provided for technical interns.
- Benefits: Full-time temporary employees are eligible for medical insurance, paid holidays, and sick leave.
About Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger is a civil engineering firm founded in 1956. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company employs between 501 and 1,000 people. It specializes in structural engineering, building enclosures, and applied science. The firm operates multiple offices across the United States to assist clients with complex technical challenges.
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