About the role#
Thornton Tomasetti is looking for a Structural Engineer Intern to join our Construction Engineering practice. This role focuses on helping developers, contractors, and designers move projects from concept to completion. You will work on projects that involve early integration of structural design and detailing.
What you'll do#
- Perform structural analysis, design, and detailing for steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems.
- Coordinate design tasks with in-house staff.
- Collaborate with other design professionals, including architects and engineers.
- Prepare construction documents within a BIM environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in engineering or architecture.
- An excellent academic record.
- Familiarity with Revit, Tekla, or AutoCAD is helpful, though not required.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The work is on-site.
- The position follows a rolling term schedule.
- Compensation for this role is between $21 and $36 per hour.
About Thornton Tomasetti
Thornton Tomasetti provides engineering and design services for a wide range of projects. The firm specializes in structural engineering, facade engineering, and building renewal. It also works on forensics, sustainability, and emergency response. Founded in 1949, the company is based in New York and employs over 2,000 people.
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