Waterfront Structural Engineering Internship

Moffatt & Nichol

. Support project teams in structural engineering and related technical disciplines .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeOakland • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $29 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural engineering principles, including the design and analysis of waterfront and marine structures. Proficient in using engineering software tools and conducting field investigations to support project teams effectively.

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Structural EngineeringDesign Of Waterfront StructuresAutoCADEIT CertificationField Investigations

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Hard Skills

Structural AnalysisMaterial DesignConstruction Quantity EstimationTimber DesignReinforced Concrete DesignStructural Steel DesignPrestressed Concrete DesignAluminum DesignComposite Materials DesignInspection Reporting

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP2000LPileMathcadBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT Certification

Industry Keywords

Marine StructuresPiersWharvesBulkheadsSeawallsOffshore PlatformsDolphinsCatwalksUtility SupportsRetaining Walls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project teams in structural engineering and related technical disciplines
Analyze and design waterfront and marine structures, including piers, wharves, bulkheads, seawalls, offshore platforms, dolphins, catwalks, utility supports, drainage structures, retaining walls, towers, and foundations
Design using timber, structural steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, aluminum, and composite materials
Assist with plans, specifications, calculations, and reports
Help resolve design problems through field investigations, inspections, detailed design, design-computation checking, and 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 review of shop drawings and technical submittals
Produce basic drawings, models, calculations, data sets, or code under direct supervision
Work primarily in the office with occasional site visits

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
A Master’s degree student is preferred
Must have completed Engineering Materials coursework
Must have completed Structural Analysis coursework
Must have completed at least one material design course (reinforced concrete or structural steel)
Must be working towards, or already have (preferred), an EIT certification
At least one previous related internship is preferred, but not required
Ability to perform field investigations is 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
Must have the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and present required documentation at hire
Ability to navigate unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment during some site visits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary full-time internship
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor
Priority referrals for protected veterans
Professional learning through direct supervision and exposure to engineering tools, standards, and workflows