Structural Engineering Internship

Moffatt & Nichol

. Support design engineers with engineering and administration of projects .

Posted 10/17/2026internshipLong Beach • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $24 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis and design of marine structures, including piers and bulkheads, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in using engineering software tools and conducting field investigations to support project execution.

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Structural AnalysisMarine Structure DesignEIT CertificationAutoCAD ProficiencyEngineering Materials Coursework

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Hard Skills

Structural AnalysisMarine Structure DesignConstruction Quantity EstimationField InvestigationsDesign Computation CheckingTimber DesignReinforced Concrete DesignStructural Steel DesignPrestressed Concrete DesignComposite Materials Design

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADSAP2000LPileMathcadBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT Certification

Industry Keywords

Waterfront StructuresBridge DesignStructural FoundationsInspection ReportsConstruction Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support design engineers with engineering and administration of projects
Assist with marine, waterfront, and bridge design and analysis
Analyze and design waterfront structures
Inspect waterfront structures
Perform structural analysis and design of marine structures, including piers, wharves, bulkheads, seawalls, offshore platforms, mooring and berthing dolphins, catwalks, utility support structures, drainage structures, retaining walls, towers, and structural foundations
Design using timber, structural steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, aluminum, and composite materials
Assist in developing plans, specifications, calculations, and reports
Help resolve design problems through field investigations, inspections, detailed design work, design-computation checking, and project coordination
Calculate construction quantity estimates
Collaborate with architects, engineers, scientists, and project managers on multidisciplinary projects
Perform structural and construction site inspections and prepare inspection reports
Support office construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings and technical submittals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis
Must be entering the final year of a qualified Bachelor’s degree program following the summer of employment
Master’s degree track student preferred
Must have completed Engineering Materials coursework
Must have completed Structural Analysis coursework
Must have completed at least one material design course in reinforced concrete or structural steel
Must be working towards, or already have (preferred), an EIT certification
At least one previous related internship preferred, but not required
Ability to perform field investigations preferred
Preferred experience using AutoCAD, SAP2000, LPile, Mathcad, and Bluebeam
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Must successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Employment contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and present required documentation at hire
Ability to work sedentary for prolonged periods, interact with clients, and travel occasionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Occasional travel opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor protections
Priority referrals for protected veterans