2026 Summer Intern - Structural Engineering, Buildings at TKDA

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Engineering, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

  • Undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and assist with technical report and specification preparation
  • Ability to travel locally as needed for project assignments, team meetings, site visits, etc
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside a multi-disciplined team of engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural) and architectural professionals on active facilities projects in academic, government, industrial, and corporate sectors
  • Gain exposure to various stages of a project life cycle from conception through construction
  • Expand knowledge of steel, cast-in-place concrete, and precast concrete design
  • Assist with the development of structural models, floor plans, details, and construction documentation using AutoCAD and Revit
  • On occasion, assist with preliminary site/conditions assessments or construction administration responsibilities
  • Available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2026, primarily from the office in downtown Seattle with possible flexible/hybrid arrangements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AutoCADRevitMS ExcelMS WordMS OutlookSteel DesignConcrete DesignStructural ModelingCivil Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for this internship?

The position pays $20 - $25 an hour, with the final rate dependent upon your anticipated graduation date.

Is this internship remote or office-based?

This position primarily works from the office in downtown Seattle, though flexible or hybrid work arrangements may be provided in some instances.

What skills are required for this structural engineering internship?

Required skills include pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis, strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to travel locally, and a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

What is the company culture like for this internship?

TKDA fosters a learning environment focused on applying classroom knowledge to real projects, with structured experiences including formal software trainings, networking opportunities, and mentorship relationships to build lasting professional connections.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates have previous experience or training with Revit and/or AutoCAD, understanding of drafting techniques, coursework in steel and concrete design, and experience with structural analysis programs like MathCAD or RISA, in addition to meeting the required qualifications.

TKDA

Engineering, architecture, and planning solutions

About TKDA

TKDA offers full-service engineering, architecture, and planning solutions across various sectors, utilizing a range of technologies to deliver innovative and lasting solutions in aviation, rail, surface transportation, and water.

444 Cedar St # 1500, St Paul, MN 55101, USAHeadquarters
1910Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
201-500Employees

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