2021 Engineering Intern - Structural at KPFF Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

2021  Engineering  Intern  -  Structural  

 

Position Summary 

KPFF Los Angeles Structural is looking for Structural and Civil Engineering students who are self-motivated and eager to deepen their knowledge of structural engineering  while gaining real-world experience. Summer Internships are full-time at 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Spring part-time internships may be available depending on LA Structural workload and student availability;  to be eligible students must be available a minimum of two full business days per week in the Los Angeles Structural office. Due to Covid-19 we are currently working from home, however when it is safe to reopen, this position will be working from our downtown office in a collaborative team environment. 

KPFF Los Angeles Structural strives to provide the most educational and valuable intern experience possible. Previous interns made positive contributions to over 100 projects in Summer 2020 in addition to attending active job sites, project meetings with clients, and industry events . We also provide the opportunity to form lasting personal connections through multiple social events including happy hours, KPFF Office Olympics, and our Summer Wellness Challenge .  

 

In order to be considered, submit unlocked PDFs of your most current transcripts for all undergraduate  & graduate coursework along with a cover letter.  

In your cover letter (PDF) please respond to the following prompts: 

• Describe a time when you were assigned a project or task that turned out to be really difficult. How did you work through it, and what was the outcome? 


• Who has most influenced you and why? 

If you are interested in this position, please click on the “Apply” button below.  Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered. 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications 

• 3 years toward a BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures) must be completed by the end of Spring 2021. 


• Transcripts must show completed courses in: 
  
  
  
  • Concrete 
  
  
  • Steel or Wood Design 
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications 

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA or above in  Bachelor’s coursework 


• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures  


• Enrolled in a Master’s program for Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures 


• Candidates with graduate coursework in: 
  
  
  
  • Structural Design 
  
  
  • Steel or Wood Design 
  
  
  • Concrete 
  
  
  • Seismic 
  
  
  
  


• Previous intern experience in a Structural or Civil Engineering role 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals 


• Effectively work on a team with individuals of varying backgrounds and experiences 


• Strong written and verbal communication skills 


• Excellent interpersonal communication and professional demeanor 


• Ability to independently plan, document,  organize, and engage in problem solving 


• Excellent research and information gathering skills 

Physical Demands and Work Environment  

• Due to COVID 19, this job may temporarily require responsibilities to be conducted remotely.   


• Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table.  


• Duties require the ability to utilize a computer, communicate over the telephone, and read printed material. 


• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.  

 

Our Employees 

Are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and finding solutions. 

Our Company 

KPFF Consulting Engineers provides civil and structural engineering services to architects, government agencies, developers, contractors, and institutional clients. Our Los Angeles Structural office is located at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowing people to pursue their passions. KPFF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. 

 

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