Summer Intern - Structural Engineering

SOM

San Francisco, CAOn-siteFull time, Internship
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Pay
$30 to $32
an hour
Location
San Francisco, CA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time, Internship
Posted
Nov 2
1 day ago
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About the company

SOM

Architecture and Planning · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a global practice of architects, designers, engineers, and planners, responsible for some of the world’s most technically and environmentally advanced buildings and significant public spaces. The firm’s approach is highly collaborative, and its interdisciplinary team is engaged in a wide range of international projects, with creative studios based across the globe.

In 2026, SOM was named one of the Most Innovative Companies in Architecture by Fast Company and received the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

The firm’s portfolio includes numerous innovative landmark towers, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, One World Trade Center in New York, and Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai, as well as large-scale urban planning initiatives that integrate density, mobility, and sustainability—including the award-winning Sultan Haitham City in Muscat, Oman, and the recently unveiled masterplan for Bradfield City, Australia’s first new city in more than a century.

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What you'll do

  • Interns will learn from experts across design disciplines while building visualization and design skills.
  • They will contribute to world-class design projects through active participation in firm discourse and team collaboration.

What you need

  • Applicants must be current students in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program in structural engineering or a related field.
  • Candidates must be returning to school in the Fall of 2027 and possess basic knowledge of industry-standard software like ETABS, Revit, and Rhino.
  • Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree

Key skills

Structural analysisDraftingDesign developmentGoogle WorkspaceGoogle SheetsETABSRevitRhinoGrasshopperProblem solvingCommunicationCollaboration

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At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things. Success at SOM Means Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm. Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work. Summer Internship Program Overview The Summer Internship Program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, structural & sustainable engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design. Spend the summer learning from experts in all of our design disciplines, building your design and visualization skills and contributing to world class design projects. Summer Interns participate in a wide range of in-person and virtual learning opportunities and events. SOM's Summer Internship Program will run from June 7, 2027 until August 13, 2027 Desired skills and expertise Current student in an accredited bachelor’s program or master’s degree program in structural engineering or related field of study and returning to school in the Fall of 2027. Exhibits initiative, problem solving, and a high attention to precision and accuracy at a task specific level. Able to follow instructions on timelines of deliverables, seeks guidance when needed, escalates appropriately if required. Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral and visual means. Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting and design development. Proficiency in Google Workspace, specifically Sheets. Basic knowledge of ETABS, Revit and Rhino/Grasshopper. Reminders You must be returning to school in Fall 2027 to be considered for a summer internship at SOM. Application deadline is January 18, 2027. Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $30/per hour to $32/per hour.

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