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Structural Engineering Intern

CompanyHazen and Sawyer
LocationSeattle
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform structural design and analysis for water and wastewater facility projects. They will also assist in preparing engineering deliverables and reviewing construction submittals under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
2355
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
As Hazen marks 75 years, we celebrate a legacy of absolute commitment to our clients while delivering the best technical work available anywhere. By fostering a culture rich with collaboration, opportunity, and support, we've retained a small-firm feel even as we've expanded to be the water industry's largest firm solely devoted to all things water. Our focus on water prepares us to handle the exceptional challenges facing the industry: adapting to new regulations and changes in supply or demand; targeting stretched budgets for optimal ROI; developing resilience to drought, floods, severe storms, and wildfires; charting a course into the digital age; and much, much more. Our focus on water also makes us home to many of the world’s top water experts and rising talents, each seeking a challenging and rewarding career while making an important contribution to the communities in which we work. If you have a water challenge, Hazen and Sawyer has your solution. Visit our website to view a full list of all Hazen office locations across the country and around the world.
About the Role

Hazen is seeking a summer intern (June 2027 - September 2027) in our Seattle office. This candidate will provide structural design for water and wastewater facility projects. A qualified candidate should have an interest in providing structural design for Industrial Buildings, Pump Stations, Process Basins, and Treatment Facilities. Candidate will acquire experience in steel, reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and aluminum design in addition to gaining familiarity with the building codes and structural analysis. 

Why Hazen and Sawyer:

  • Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
  • Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
  • We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
  • We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
  • We currently have over 2,400 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
  • A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performing design and analysis of structures. 
  • Assist in preparing engineering deliverables, including construction submittal review and checking professional engineer calculations
  • Work directly with experienced engineering team providing mentoring opportunities to learn and develop.

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural concentration (Rising Juniors and above preferred). 
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and in group settings.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer:

  • Professional guidance and career counseling
  • Direct mentorship with experienced engineers
  • Experience with a variety of disciplines within the water industry 
  • Exposure to the environmental consulting industry 
  • Potential opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation


Key Skills
Structural designSteel designReinforced concrete designReinforced masonry designAluminum designBuilding codesStructural analysisEngineering deliverablesConstruction submittal reviewMicrosoft Office SuiteWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detail
Categories
EngineeringEnvironmental & SustainabilityConsultingConstruction
Benefits
Professional guidanceCareer counselingDirect mentorshipFlexible hybrid work schedule
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