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Structural Intern - Summer 2027

CompanyDCI Engineers Inc
LocationHouston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with construction support services, including shop drawing reviews and site visits. They will also perform preliminary structural analysis and collaborate with engineers and BIM designers on project details.
Internship Type
fullseason
Company Size
388
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
DCI Engineers has been providing client-focused structural and civil engineering services for over three decades. With 22 offices in 10 states, DCI employs over 350 of the most dedicated technical and support staff in the industry. Our cross-office collaboration and ability to work on projects all over the country is what makes our portfolio so strong and puts our staff at the center of innovation. As we continue to integrate the latest tools and technology processes, DCI is educating our project partners and internal staff on how these pieces contribute to our firm’s ongoing commitment to Service, Innovation & Value. DCI is M.E. = My Experience DCI is ME celebrates the individual stories of our employees. Our https://www.instagram.com/dciengineers_life/ Instagram page is an on-the-ground, day-in-the-life-of perspective with content provided by staff across all 22 offices. Combined with one-on-one interviews, DCI is ME is demonstrating what makes our individual experiences so special and is celebrating the differences – as well as the similarities. “It’s unusual in today’s culture to work at one place for more than a few years, let alone what’s been my entire career; but there’s a culture inherent to DCI that’s unique: the ability to own what you’re working on but always be supported, always part of a team. I stay for the people, the projects and the pursuit to be better – for myself and my clients.” --Danielle Jacobs, Principal & Former DCI Intern
About the Role

DCI Engineers - Houston

Jumpstart your structural engineering career with DCI Engineers in our Houston, TX office. As a Structural Engineering Intern, you’ll work on hands-on projects, gain practical experience with Revit detailing, construction support, and structural analysis, and collaborate with experienced engineers in a supportive and innovative environment – all while learning and growing your technical expertise.

What You’ll Do

As a seasonal Structural Engineering Intern, you can expect your work responsibilities to include:

  • Construction support services in the form of shop drawings or submittal review
  • Construction site visits to support ongoing projects
  • Revit detailing and drafting
  • Preliminary structural analysis and design on a variety of projects and construction types
  • Collaborate with engineers and BIM designers to coordinate project details
  • Learn progressively through hands-on experience and mentorship

What You Bring

To succeed as a Structural Engineering Intern, you should bring the following skills and experiences:

  • Effective communication skills
  • Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering degree in progress from an ABET-accredited university
  • 3rd or 4th-year undergraduate or master’s degree in progress
  • Collaborative, approachable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Interest in structural engineering design, construction support, and learning new skills

Why DCI Engineers

At DCI Engineers, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a lifestyle you crave. With 20+ offices across the United States and 35+ years of experience, we’ve built a firm that challenges employees to step outside the box, provide creative solutions, and deliver exceptional value to projects.

We foster a supportive and entrepreneurial culture, where mentorship, professional growth, and work/life balance are a priority. Your time outside of work fuels your productivity, creativity, and professional development, and we encourage our employees to pursue it.


Key Skills
Structural engineeringRevitDraftingStructural analysisConstruction supportShop drawingsSubmittal reviewBIM designCommunication skillsCollaboration
Categories
EngineeringConstruction
Benefits
MentorshipProfessional growthWork/life balance