Structures Engineer Internships
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See related jobsThis is a paid, full-time internship during the summer. Students are required to work 40 hours per week onsite at one of the three aforementioned locations from tentatively Wednesday, May 26th through Friday, July 30th (dependent upon summer housing dates, could start earlier and/or end later).
Your Impact
- Utilize 3D and 2D CAD tools to design new and update existing components
- Execute engineering release processes to publish and revise drawings and bills of material
- Communicate with Engineering Team Lead, Engineering Manager, and Product Manager to understand and verify product requirements and cost targets
- Engage with manufacturing team to gather inputs and integrate Design For Manufacturing (DFM) principles into product designs
- Mitigate production issues through engineering and product managers
- Support the Tech Services team with troubleshooting field issues
- Support current product maintenance and updates per stakeholder requests
- Enrollment in a degree program in design engineering, agricultural engineering, or related field
- Must be registered as a full-time student
- Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Solidworks, Inventor, or Creo
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Preferably have completed one or more internships and/or have working experience (e.g. part time job)
Expected hourly wage for this role will be $20 – 22 / hour. This is dependent upon year in school.
Benefits will include complimentary housing at a local college or university to the internship location.
Your Workplace and Travel
You will be working an onsite role based out of Assumption, IL, Paris, IL, or Omaha, NE.
We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!
Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
1. GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein
2. GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable
3. GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a “Winners Win” culture of excellence
4. GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and Owners
Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.
The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.
This is a paid, full-time internship during the summer. Students are required to work 40 hours per week onsite at one of the three aforementioned locations from tentatively Wednesday, May 26th through Friday, July 30th (dependent upon summer housing dates, could start earlier and/or end later).
Your Impact
- Utilize 3D and 2D CAD tools to design new and update existing components
- Execute engineering release processes to publish and revise drawings and bills of material
- Communicate with Engineering Team Lead, Engineering Manager, and Product Manager to understand and verify product requirements and cost targets
- Engage with manufacturing team to gather inputs and integrate Design For Manufacturing (DFM) principles into product designs
- Mitigate production issues through engineering and product managers
- Support the Tech Services team with troubleshooting field issues
- Support current product maintenance and updates per stakeholder requests
- Enrollment in a degree program in design engineering, agricultural engineering, or related field
- Must be registered as a full-time student
- Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Solidworks, Inventor, or Creo
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Preferably have completed one or more internships and/or have working experience (e.g. part time job)
Expected hourly wage for this role will be $20 – 22 / hour. This is dependent upon year in school.
Benefits will include complimentary housing at a local college or university to the internship location.
Your Workplace and Travel
You will be working an onsite role based out of Assumption, IL, Paris, IL, or Omaha, NE.
We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!
Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
1. GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein
2. GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable
3. GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a “Winners Win” culture of excellence
4. GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and Owners
Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.
The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.
Structures Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Structures Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than your peers
Large engineering firms and infrastructure companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with many offers wrapped up before winter. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly starting in August and apply to target employers the moment a role opens.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for structures engineer interns expect limited work history, so a documented design portfolio carries more weight than a long resume. Include two or three projects showing structural analysis, CAD drawings, or finite element models, with the software used and the problem you were solving clearly stated.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller engineering companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Structures engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering structural concepts, mechanics of materials, or applied problem-solving. Practice answering questions out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger firms
Many large engineering consultancies and construction firms run formal summer cohort or rotational programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones aligned with your focus area, whether structural design, transportation, or civil infrastructure, and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the structures engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you spend your time on roles you can actually take.
Structures Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a structures engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design portfolio or set of documented structural analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a structures engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for structures engineer interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timing during the internship. Position for one by treating every deliverable seriously, but keep your options open rather than counting on it.
When should I apply for structures engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large engineering firms and infrastructure companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping up offers by November or December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings frequently and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the strongest shot.
Are structures engineer internships paid?
Most professional structures engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid positions exist but are uncommon at engineering firms and construction-related organizations, and they typically appear in research or nonprofit contexts.
What should a structures engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three well-documented projects showing the structural tools and software used, such as SAP2000, ETABS, or AutoCAD, and link to or reference a design portfolio or CAD drawings where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in structural analysis, mechanics of materials, or finite element methods, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote structures engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the structures engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get structures engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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