Structural Engineering Summer Intern

Structural Engineering Summer Intern

Location: Quincy, MA /In -Office
Duration: Summer 2026 (8–12 weeks)
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time (flexible)
Compensation: Paid internship, commensurate with experience

About the Firm

Choo & Company Inc. Architects & Engineers is an integrated architecture and engineering firm delivering thoughtful, coordinated design solutions across residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Our collaborative environment brings architects and engineers together from early concept design through construction to create efficient, elegant, and buildable structures.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join our interdisciplinary team for the summer. This role provides hands-on experience working directly with structural engineers and architects, supporting the development of integrated design solutions from schematic design through construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist structural engineers with analysis and design calculations under supervision
• Support preparation and coordination of structural drawings within integrated architectural models
• Collaborate with architects to resolve structural and design integration challenges
• Develop structural concepts that respond to architectural intent
• Assist with building system coordination, including gravity and lateral systems
• Perform basic modeling using structural analysis software
• Review architectural drawings for constructability and structural feasibility
• Participate in interdisciplinary design meetings and project reviews
• Assist with site observations and documentation as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Coursework in structural analysis and design (steel, concrete, and/or wood preferred)
• Interest in architecture, building design, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit (BIM experience preferred)
• Exposure to structural analysis software (ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, RAM, etc.) is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to balance technical rigor with design sensitivity

What You’ll Gain

• Experience working in a fully integrated A/E design environment
• Exposure to early-stage structural concept development alongside architects
• Mentorship from licensed engineers and design professionals
• Hands-on involvement in coordinated BIM workflows
• Understanding of how structural systems support architectural design intent

How to Apply

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter to info@choo-design.com with the subject line
“Structural Engineering Summer Intern – Integrated Design.”