Structural Intern

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Structural Design Intern for buildings projects.

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, you will be a part of a Building Structures (Aviation, Transit and Mission Critical) focused team and reporting to a Director of Building Structures.  The position will be located in the Chicago office.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

Familiar with a wide variety of structural analysis and design software.

Conduct existing surveys and document the main structural systems and existing connections.

Perform analysis and design of structural systems for a variety of buildings and materials using building codes.

Assist in the direction, coordination, planning, and completion of projects with in-house staff as well as other design professionals including Architects and other Engineering disciplines.

What your experience looks like

Studying Structural Engineering from a US accredited university required (Studying towards Master’s degree preferred).

Good ability at using structural analysis software.

Experience with existing structures, building modification, and/or restoration a plus.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, is required.

Proficiency in REVIT, is highly preferred.

Proficiency in MS Office suite of programs is required.

Positive team player.

Self-motivated to meet deadlines

Ability to prioritize tasks, meets deadlines, and work collaboratively on multiple projects at once.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Design and analysis experience in reinforced concrete, masonry, and steel.

The hourly range for this role is $21 to $25. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.