Pursue a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering.
Have prior internship experience.
Communicate effectively.
Be willing to learn and take on challenges.
Contribute ideas and work collaboratively.
Responsibilities
Work on actual design projects.
Learn from experienced engineers and participate in weekly development workshops.
Attend site visits and observe engineering work.
Join interest groups, connect with fellow interns and engineers, and participate in social events and team activities.
Contribute to team discussions and take part in hands-on technical training.
🌟 Summer Internship: Design Your Future with Holmes! 🏗️
Are you a student looking for a summer internship that actually teaches you what it is like to work as a Structural Engineer? We're seeking passionate Interns who are excited to learn all aspects of the role and customize their internship experience.
Who We Are
Holmes US is an international structural engineering firm with offices up and down the West Coast and roots going back over 65 years to New Zealand. We're part of the Holmes Group - 500+ people worldwide - which means you get the technical depth of a global firm alongside the culture of a West Coast practice where people actually know each other.
Your Summer Adventure:
Work on actual projects (no coffee runs here!)
Learn from industry-leading engineers
Participate in weekly development workshops
Go on site visits to see engineering in action
Join interest groups based on your passions
Connect with fellow interns and engineers
Attend social events and team activities
Expect intentional project variety. We don't silo students into one project type or task, and we hear consistently that this is one of the things students value most about their internship experience. ✨
You'll Be A Great Fit If You're:
Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering
Prior internship experience
Eager to learn and take on challenges
A strong communicator
Team-oriented and curious
Ready to contribute ideas
Excited about structural design
Why You'll Love It Here:
🌟 Real Experience
Work on actual design projects
Learn industry-standard software
Go on local site visits
Contribute to team discussions
Experience engineering in action
💪 Growth & Learning
Weekly internship workshops
Mentorship from experienced engineers
Exposure to various project types
Hands-on technical training
Networking opportunities
🎯 The Good Stuff
Flexible internship timing
Customized project assignments
Social events and activities
Collaborative, fun environment
Potential for future employment
Internship Flexibility:
We understand school schedules are unique - we'll work with you to create an internship timeline that fits your needs!
Compensation:
Estimated at $30 - $35 per hour. Pay will be commensurate with experience / skills and location.
Our Commitment
At Holmes, we believe in building teams as diverse as the communities we serve. We provide equal support and opportunities for all our people to thrive, grow, and develop. Dream big - we'll help you get there.
Ready to kickstart your engineering career with a summer of amazing experiences? Join a team where innovation meets mentorship, and where your ideas matter from day one! 🚀
P.S. - Don't worry if you don't know everything yet - we're here to help you grow! Your enthusiasm for learning is more valuable than perfect knowledge. 🌱