Engineering Intern
Our culture is rooted in a shared vision — to help keep the world’s most precious resource safe — and in the core values that guide us in pursuing this vision and delivering on our mission to clients.
We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long-term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre-stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world.
As an Engineering Intern at DN Tanks, you will gain hands-on experience in the exciting field of civil engineering and construction. With a dedicated mentor in the industry you will contribute to real projects, develop valuable skills, and learn about the lifecycle of heavy-civil construction projects, from conception to completion.
This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience, build your future, and make a tangible impact in communities across the US.
Our intern sessions typically go from January to June, and July to December.
(This position is typically offered as part-time during the semester, and full-time during school breaks.)
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist Design Engineers by performing preliminary tank designs, drafting preliminary tank details, reviewing geotechnical project reports, and customizing project specification language.
- Perform material take-offs of all items needed for construction of final tank designs.
- Create project specific construction information packages to assist the DN Tanks Construction Department in building a new tank.
- Provide support in Research and Development projects performed in the Engineering Department.
- Visit tank construction sites and assist Design Engineers in tank and shoring inspections.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering undergraduate program. A concentration in Structural Engineering is preferred.
- Experience working with CAD software (preferably AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
- Ability to problem-solve in individual and team settings.
- Transportation to El Cajon, CA.
Benefits:
- Competitive Hourly Rate
- Paid Time Off
- Scholarship ($3,000) Opportunity
- Co-op/Intern Cash Bonus Program
- Gym membership discount
- Employee referral program
- Inclusion in the DN Tanks' professional sports tickets program
- Leadership training programs