Structural Engineering Intern

Apex is seeking exceptional students to join is Summer 2022 intern class. This internship is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills as an engineer. We are specifically looking for students interested in tackling residential and commercial building projects. On the residential side, you’ll see everything from high-end custom residences to remodels and additions for existing homes. On the commercial side, you’ll see projects ranging from small tenant improvement projects to giant warehouses, multifamily developments and everything in between.

As an Intern, you’ll start by learning the in’s and out’s of Apex’s design standards. From there, you will move onto shadowing and eventual producing work on projects requiring the application of standard structural engineering techniques and procedures. You will work under the direct supervision and mentorship of at least one senior engineer and project manager with the goal of developing your applied engineering skills. Our projects use all types of construction materials, and no two projects area never the same.

We are looking for inters who are ready to drive operational excellence in working with internal teams and Apex clients. We need someone ready to learn and use our office solutions to manage project documentation and participate in the project billing process. We are excited to find someone ready to be a part of our culture of learning which offers excellent long-term career development and growth opportunities.

During your internship, we expect your regular week to range between 30 and 40 hours depending on both project workload and the schedule of mentors. Typically, our internships start in late May and run through early-August. For summer 2021, we reserve the right to modify this timeline due to covid-19 restrictions/requirements.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is primarily office based requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the day. The person in this position frequently communicates with clients over the telephone and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to computer work and plan design work. This includes the ability or read/interpret small writing on plans and drawings.

The worker is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. While in the office, the worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

The worker is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. While in the field, the worker is subject to both extreme cold and heat. Inspections may require the worker to perform in temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Inspections may require the worker to perform in temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. While in the field, the worker is subject to the loud noise of a typical construction site. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. The worker is subject to the physical hazards of a typical construction site including proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and working on scaffolding and high places.

Founded in 2003, Apex Engineers still operates with the vision of creating an engineering firm that delivers great client service for residential and commercial construction projects. From the beginning, we’ve operated under the idea that the quality of our work will speak for itself. That includes our process for building our team. Without our team of talented and committed individuals, Apex would not exist. The quality, capacity and integrity of the people we hire, retain and promote defines Apex as a company. We support our team in their continued growth through mentorship and professional development opportunities. Serving our clients, delivering on projects, and solving engineering problems are all team sports. Determination and persistence in solving problems and approaching all aspects of our business is a defining characteristic of our company and the people we hire. We are proud of the work we do and maintain a work culture where people are honored to call Apex their home.

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Experience in computer applications for engineering design (AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, etc)

• Prior internship and/or related structural consulting experience is a plus.

• Previous construction experience (preferred).

• Involvement on campus or in the community.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Strong focus on customer service, operational excellence, and process improvement

• Knack for process improvement; desire to step in and offer solutions