Technical Intern, Building Technology Summer 2027
About the role
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for clients’ most complex challenges. Leveraging collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research, SGH provides unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees nationwide, SGH’s industry‑leading teams constantly seek to advance what’s possible. The firm values questioning and exploring, fostering a community where every member is both a learner and an educator. As an Intern in the Houston office, you will work side‑by‑side with industry‑leading experts in the office and field, gaining hands‑on experience while applying classroom knowledge to real‑world challenges.
Responsibilities
- Assist with construction monitoring, field investigations, condition assessments, construction observations
- Assist with project drafting, structural design and analysis, and site inspections
- Analyze materials, support petrography staff, develop test protocols, design and construct testing apparatus, perform tests, and analyze test data
- Collaborate with SGH engineers to perform reconnaissance on existing structures, conduct field tests, or monitor construction in progress
- Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate