About the role#
Stantec is hiring a Structural Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term in Lexington, Kentucky. You will join a local team of 27 engineers, inspectors, and CAD technicians focused on transportation and infrastructure projects. This is a full-time, paid internship that operates on a hybrid schedule.
What you'll do#
You will assist engineers with structural construction plans and reports for projects like bridges and drainage structures. Your daily tasks include:
- Performing computer-aided design and drafting
- Checking drawings and calculations
- Performing quantity take-offs
- Completing simple structural calculations
- Conducting field inspections
While this role is primarily office-based, you may perform field work involving exposure to the elements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited civil engineering program, having reached at least your junior year.
- Good academic standing.
- Strong organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative and communicate effectively.
- A goal to earn a master's degree in civil or structural engineering is preferred.
- Proficiency with software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Mathcad, Acrobat, or Bluebeam PDF is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, KY
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: Hybrid
About Stantec
Stantec is a global firm providing engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services. The company employs over 31,000 people across its offices. It focuses on infrastructure, energy transition, and urban planning projects. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, the firm operates as a public company listed on the TSX and NYSE.
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