KPFF Spring 2026 Structural Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Company Description

KPFF Consulting Engineers is more than just a design firm—it is a vibrant community fueled by innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering dedication to enhancing the built environment. For over 60 years, KPFF has taken on complex infrastructure challenges, emphasizing mentorship, professional growth, and work–life balance for every team member. The company’s decentralized model allows each office to pursue regionally aligned projects, fostering collaboration, flexibility, and personal development. With over 1,400 professionals in 31 locations across the nation, KPFF offers a comprehensive compensation package and a nurturing workplace where both personal and professional ambitions can flourish.

Job Description

Internship Program Highlights

Curious about the realities of being a structural engineer? KPFF’s internship program immerses students in the profession, connecting classroom learning to real-world experience. Interns are involved at every stage of building design, from conceptualization to completion, working alongside a supportive and experienced team of structural engineers.

This is not your ordinary internship —it is a genuine opportunity to contribute to actual projects and see your hard work come to life!

What You Will Experience:

• Project Engagement: Work directly on actual projects, gaining practical experience beyond what you learn in the classroom.
• Site Visits: Join site visits and observations for firsthand exposure to construction methods and progress.
• Design Process Insight: Observe how creative concepts evolve into technical plans, coordinated with architects and contractors, and ultimately realized on-site.
• Team Collaboration: Integrate with engineers, designers, and project managers, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to each assignment.
• Structural Software Training: Apply structural analysis and simulations using industry-standard tools such as Revit, RAM, and RISA. Help us solve complex problems integrating AI tools.
• Educational Webinars: Our team at KPFF Latitude puts on several educational webinars a month driven by our CIP Team. Their focus is both on technical topics and also sessions on relevant industry topics.

KPFF’s Commitment to You:

• Help contribute to meaningful projects you can visit and proudly claim as part of your early career journey.
• Receive one-on-one mentorship from passionate and  experienced structural engineers.
• Develop professional skills and form valuable connections for your future career in structural engineering.
• Become part of a workplace culture that celebrates collaboration, creativity, and exploration.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Most duties are performed in an office setting, requiring extended periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 15 lbs may be required.
• Field observations and site visits may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or traversing uneven ground.

Position Details and Compensation

This is a temporary, non-exempt position. Overtime is compensated at one-and-a-half times the hourly rate. The salary is competitive and based on experience, education, location, and skillset; qualified candidates can expect a pay range of $26–$35 per hour.

Qualifications

• What we are looking for:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Civil or Architectural Engineering, with a focus on vertical structures.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to learn.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Basic understanding of the fundamentals of structural engineering, including free body diagrams and P/V/M diagrams, coding, and mechanics of materials.

Additional Information

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Most duties are performed in an office setting, requiring extended periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 15 lbs may be required.
• Field observations and site visits may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or traversing uneven ground.

Position Details and Compensation

This is a temporary, non-exempt position. Overtime is compensated at one-and-a-half times the hourly rate. The salary is competitive and based on experience, education, location, and skillset; qualified candidates can expect a pay range of $26–$35 per hour.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.