Structural Engineering Intern - Foxborough, MA
Overview:
DeSimone Consulting Engineering provides high-quality structural engineering, façade consulting, structural detailing, integrated design and detailing, and forensic services, in addition to construction consulting for all types of buildings. Known for the highest quality of service, the firm provides each client with personal, dedicated, and inspiring engineering solutions. The firm is also consistently listed on Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms.
DeSimone’s approach is process-driven, utilizing an open office, collaborative design environment. Technology, communication, and responsiveness are key strengths that facilitate the firm’s commitment to exceptional service and engender the creation of a better-built environment.
Our 8-week internship is an opportunity to gain valuable experience, expand your skills, and make meaningful contributions to our team. Our interns will work alongside our dynamic team to gain practical experience and contribute to exciting projects. This internship offers hands-on learning opportunities under the guidance of experienced engineers. Our interns will collaborate with our team, apply theoretical knowledge of real work challenges, and develop valuable technical skills. Interns have the chance to work on diverse projects with our team across the world.
We are committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment where you can learn and grow professionally. We value creativity, innovation, and a passion for learning, and we look forward to welcoming talented individuals to our team. Take the first step towards a rewarding career by joining us for this immersive internship experience.
Position Summary:
Our Structural Engineering intern's primary responsibility is the design and documentation of construction projects. In this fast-paced environment, interns must be able to prioritize tasks and work within deadlines, while upholding a standard of excellence and attention to detail. Interns will collaborate with different teammates, architects and builders to design projects of all types, sizes, and levels of difficulty. Designing some of the tallest buildings in the world, DeSimone is proud to work side by side with our interns during this 8-week opportunity, to give them the exposure they need to progress in their future careers.
Qualifications (Minimum and Desired):
- High School Diploma
- Must be enrolled in a Bachelors Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering - Must be a rising Senior
- Must have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, materials, and procedures
- Must have knowledge of ETABS, SAFE, AutoCAD and PCA software and all internal engineering design tools
- Possess strong verbal and written communications skills
- Able to perform various tasks within the project team environment.
- Be able to take initiative in solving engineering problems is expected.
- Must be detail oriented with strong people and team skills
- Have a sense of urgency and initiative essential for success
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Approaches problems with the aid of established internal guidelines and approved design programs.
- Familiar with basic model design codes.
- Clearly presents design results in graphic form to Supervisor.
- Effectively communicates information and asks well-structured questions.
- Writes clear summaries and memos of own work
- Works with scope items and accurately charges own labor to proper project numbers.
- Focused on project aspects of position.
- Maintains positive and constructive attitude.
Work environment: Office setting - this position is in the office 5 days a week (Monday-Friday) 9am-6pm.
Travel: none
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
DeSimone is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at DeSimone are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.