Structural Engineering Internship - Summer
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-06-04
Listing for:
Walker Consultants, Inc.
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-06-04
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
How Your Role Will Shape Our Success
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding environment where you will work alongside and learn from the industry’s best and most talented? If so, you have found the perfect firm!
In this full-time internship position, you will be responsible for assisting Engineers and Project Managers on design and restoration projects. You will work with the local design team of Architects and Engineers and report to the local Director of Operations.
What You’ll Do- Participate in on-site survey teams of existing facilities to determine the causes and solutions of deterioration or confirm as-built conditions.
- Learn how all the project elements form a completed project.
- Take an active role in project document preparation including drawings and reports.
- Assist with the design of conventional elements of projects including: ACI load combinations, shear, and moment diagrams, calculating column loads considering load path, foundation design (spread footings, piles, pile caps, drilled piers), retaining wall design (cantilever and basement type), concrete member design (slabs, beams, columns), calculation organization and documentation.
- Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
- Participate in on-site condition assessment teams of existing facilities to determine the causes and solutions of deterioration or confirm as-built conditions.
- Collect data pertinent to the project design including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information.
- Visit job sites to observe construction and submit field reports to Project Managers as needed.
- Assist in reviewing shop drawings and submittals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- Junior or Senior level standing (or Graduate Student) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
- Overall GPA of 3.25 or higher.
Preferred Coursework:
- Structural Analysis
- Reinforced Concrete
- Prestressed Concrete Structures
Other Requirements:
- Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.
- Willingness to travel for field visits within the state.
Preferred
Skills and Experience:
- Some experience using Revit/AutoCAD.
- Annual discretionary bonus program
- Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee‑owned!
- Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
- Mental wellness benefits
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year
work experience
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