Structural Engineering Intern

About the role

Garver's Water Design Center (WDC) in Harlingen, TX is looking for a passionate student to join as a Structural Engineering Intern. You'll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, professional environment, working with a dedicated team committed to making a tangible difference in communities across the region by crafting innovative solutions to address pressing water needs.

Internship Description

Day-to-day responsibilities include the development of detailed structural designs for a variety of projects including water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, tanks, vaults, and other ancillary structures associated with water and sewer infrastructure projects.

• Develop finite element models to analyze various structures
• Develop a basic understanding of the water/wastewater treatment process and the importance of the role of structural engineers
• Typical designs will include treatment process basins, chemical facilities, administration buildings, retaining walls, and other supporting structures
• Prepare construction cost estimates
• Review construction submittals

Garver Launch Program

Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will:

• Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network
• Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being
• Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative
• Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing a structural engineering major from an ABET accredited program
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment

This is an in-office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required.

Grow with Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status.