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Structural Engineering Intern (Utilities)

CompanyPrimera Engineers
LocationLisle
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 27, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will apply standard engineering practices to prepare sketches, technical comparisons, and calculations for reinforced concrete beam and slab design, while also performing plan and detail drafting using CAD software. Responsibilities also include assisting with field surveys and preparing improvement plans, specifications, supporting documents, and permit applications for various projects.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
361
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Primera Engineers is a mid-size, full-service, woman-owned (WBE) engineering design and consulting firm specializing in four areas of expertise: buildings, transportation, utilities, and business consulting. With more than 35 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, Primera’s core service offerings include a wide range of professional services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (M/E/P), structural, civil, and telecommunications engineering, as well as commissioning, energy, architecture, sustainability, life safety, lighting, transportation, natural gas, power delivery, project and construction management, and business consulting, including PMO and analytics services. We are committed to providing our clients with industry-leading expertise and a simultaneous-focus on a superior level of client service. We are always looking for passionate leaders and innovative professionals who are ready to jump in and help drive Primera’s growth into the next 35 years.
About the Role

Description

WHO WE ARE

We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of.


WORKING FOR PRIMERA

Our Utilities division is a talented team of experts working together to provide solutions that are vital to energizing our future. We provide full-service electrical, civil, and structural engineering services to support electric and gas utilities nationwide. We’re also fortunate to support wind farms and renewables; transmissions systems; and university and industrial facilities.


WHO YOU ARE

  • You’re studying civil engineering with a focus on structural. You’re enrolled in an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree program. You’re at least a Junior or more advanced in your curriculum, have completed a surveying course, you’re passionate about what you’re learning, and boast a GPA of 3.0 or above.
  • You’re an eager student looking to gain hands-on experience working in an office environment. You’re highly-motivated and looking to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom toward delivering unique solutions for real-world clients. Prior internship experience is a plus, but definitely not required.
  • You’re a people person. You’re friendly and have a sense of humor. Connecting with people is important. You’ll work side-by-side Primera’s team of electrical and civil engineering experts.
  • You are proficient with business and engineering applications. You are knowledgeable in AutoCAD; RISA 3D and Revit will help you stand out.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • You’ll apply what you’re learning. You’ll apply standard engineering practices and techniques to prepare sketches, technical comparisons, and calculations for reinforced concrete beam and slab design. You’ll also perform plan and detail drafting using CAD software.
  • You’ll gain well-rounded experience. Working from our Lisle, IL office on all types of projects, you’ll be mentored by experts in your field to enhance your current classroom curriculum. We learn by doing, so you’ll be given a good deal of responsibility. You’ll assist with field surveys and in the preparation of improvement plans, specifications, supporting documents, and permit applications for private and public work projects.
  • You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, learn, grow and have a good time doing it.

SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY

  • Resume-building experience in a professional environment that can help you launch a successful engineering career
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com.
Equal Employment OpportunityPrimera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.

Key Skills
Structural EngineeringCivil EngineeringReinforced Concrete Beam DesignSlab DesignPlan DraftingDetail DraftingCAD SoftwareAutoCADRISA 3DRevitSurveyingTechnical ComparisonsSpecifications PreparationPermit Applications
Categories
EngineeringEnergyConstructionScience & Research
Benefits
Fun, inclusive, and collaborative environmentColleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideasEmployee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities