About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site in our San Francisco office. You will learn from experts across our design disciplines while building your skills in design and visualization. You will contribute to design projects and participate in various in-person and virtual learning events.
What you'll do#
- Learn from experts in structural engineering and other design disciplines.
- Build your technical design and visualization skills.
- Contribute to design projects.
- Participate in virtual and in-person learning opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in structural engineering or a related field.
- You must be returning to school in Fall 2027.
- Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting, and design development.
- Proficiency in Google Sheets and basic knowledge of ETABS, Revit, and Rhino/Grasshopper.
- Strong communication skills, initiative, and a high attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions, meet deliverable timelines, and seek guidance when needed.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- Application deadline: January 18, 2027.
- Compensation: $30 to $32 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and education.
About Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill is an architecture and planning firm founded in 1936. The company operates as a partnership and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its work spans architecture, interior design, engineering, and urban planning. The firm maintains its headquarters in New York, New York.
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