About the role#
SOM is looking for a Structural Engineering intern for the summer of 2027. This role offers an opportunity to work alongside experts in various design disciplines. You will contribute to design projects while building your visualization and technical skills. The program includes a variety of in-person and virtual learning events.
What you'll do#
- Learn from experts across design disciplines.
- Build your design and visualization skills.
- Contribute to design projects.
- Participate in virtual and in-person learning opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited bachelor or master program for structural engineering or a related field.
- You must be returning to school in the Fall of 2027.
- Initiative, problem-solving skills, and high attention to precision.
- Ability to follow instructions regarding deliverable timelines.
- Willingness to seek guidance and escalate issues when necessary.
- Strong internal communication skills using written, oral, and visual methods.
- Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting, and design development.
- Proficiency in Google Sheets.
- Basic knowledge of ETABS, Revit, and Rhino/Grasshopper.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027).
- Employment: Full time.
- Compensation: $30 to $32 per hour.
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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