Structural Engineer Intern - Summer

Position: Structural Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Description

Locke Solutions is a premier provider of custom precast concrete solutions and was recently recognized as Houston's #1 Fastest Growing Company by the Houston Business Journal. We are in a period of exciting growth, expanding from one to three locations in the past two years, with a clear trajectory toward $100 million in revenue and a vision of achieving $500 million by 2035.

Our core values - responsiveness, teamwork, an ownership mentality, a 'get it done' attitude, and problem-solving - define our culture.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Structural Engineering Intern role is designed to provide students with exposure to real-world structural design processes within a precast concrete manufacturing environment. Interns will shadow engineers and designers, assist with engineering tasks, and learn how projects move from design through production. This internship emphasizes learning and professional growth-giving students opportunities to observe, contribute, and apply classroom knowledge to practical engineering challenges.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn how engineering projects progress from quotation and award through manufacturing.
• Assist with updating design calculations and programming tools under guidance.
• Gain exposure to producing mix designs and performing simple design calculations.
• Shadow engineers to understand common precast repair procedures and workflows.
• Support the review of drawings and design submittals against contract plans.
• Learn how to create 3D models and designs using engineering software.
• Assist in preparing presentations on the design and fabrication process.
• Become familiar with ASTM and ACI design criteria, design loadings, and SCC mix design concepts.
• Participate in special projects or process improvement initiatives as assigned.

SUCCESSFUL RESULTS

• Improved understanding of the structural design process and precast manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to real-world design calculations, modeling, and construction standards.
• Ability to observe and suggest improvements to engineering processes.
• Development of teamwork and communication skills through collaboration with project and production teams.
• Completion of internship learning objectives as outlined with the Engineering team.

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus in structural engineering preferred.
• Strong interest in design, structural calculations, and applied engineering.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and CAD software; exposure to modeling tools preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the internship.

Preferred:

• EIT certification or upper-division coursework in engineering design.
• Prior exposure to structural design or precast construction is a plus.

CLOSING

This internship is an opportunity to gain valuable exposure to structural engineering in a hands-on manufacturing environment. As a Structural Engineering Intern at Locke Solutions, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and see firsthand how designs become reality. This experience will help you build a strong foundation for your future career in structural engineering.