Structural Engineering Intern

Job Description

Structural Engineering Intern – Late Summer through Winter 2026

Company: Walker Consultants
Location: 1075 Main Street, Suite 410 Waltham, MA 02451
Duration: June/July to Mid-December 2026

About the Role

As a Structural Engineering Intern at Walker Consultants, you will gain invaluable experience contributing to the design of some of the world’s largest structures, including resort, casino, and airport parking facilities. These unique structures blend elements of both bridges and buildings, demanding a sophisticated understanding of structural design and materials science due to their aesthetic requirements, long spans, thermal movements, and critical durability challenges. Every framing member of these structures is exposed to public view and the elements, underscoring the importance of robust design.

You will be an integral member of an internal multi-disciplinary team comprising architects, engineers, planners, and restoration professionals. This role offers direct mentorship, reporting to the Director of Design, a Project Manager, or a Project Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with Project Architects/Engineers to develop comprehensive project designs and drawings.
• Prepare and revise detailed documentation across various architectural/structural phases, including floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and intricate details.
• Utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology (Revit) for the development of 3D building models, facilitating coordination, design, and documentation.
• Interpret and apply relevant building codes and regulatory agency requirements.
• Perform essential structural design calculations and detailing for superstructures, foundations, and soil-retention systems.
• Assist in overall project coordination and participate actively in internal team meetings.
• Contribute to the review of construction phase documentation.
• Review project submittals and shop drawings to ensure compliance and quality.
• Gain hands-on experience through opportunities to participate in fieldwork and site visits.
• Undertake other duties as required to support project success.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Architectural/Engineering Technology.
• 0-5 years of prior structural design experience.
• Knowledge and experience using Revit is preferred.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills, enabling effective interaction with clients, consultants, and internal team members.
• Reliable access to a personal vehicle is required for the duration of employment.

About Walker Consultants

Walker Consultants is a 100% employee-owned company renowned for its comprehensive professional services across both private and public market sectors. We maintain a strong foundation as an industry leader in all aspects of parking planning, design, engineering, restoration, and consulting, integrating operations, technology, and mobility solutions. Our team includes a wide spectrum of specialists and renowned experts who have been advancing industry standards for decades.

Beyond parking, our capabilities extend significantly to include highly experienced advisors in forensics. These specialists provide investigative assessments, creative repair solutions, and litigation support for all types of facilities impacted by natural events, design flaws, or construction defects. Additionally, we are among the largest providers of restoration and building envelope services in the industry. The synergy of our structural engineering design excellence, building science experts, and vast geographic presence positions Walker as a premier choice for these services nationwide.

Walker Consultants has been consistently recognized in Engineering News-Record’s list of Top 500 design firms for over 40 years, achieving a ranking of 274 in 2023.

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We welcome all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.

We may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools are designed to assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment; all final hiring decisions are made by humans. For more information regarding data processing, please contact us.