Are you an ambitious engineering student ready to embark on an exciting journey? Look no further than Garver's Water Design Center (WDC) in Harlingen, TX. We're a close-knit team of water treatment facility planning and design experts, and we're on the lookout for a passionate student to join us as a Structural Engineering Intern. This is your chance to dive into the world of design, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and professional environment. By joining us, you'll be part of a group of dedicated professionals committed to making a tangible difference in communities across the region, crafting innovative solutions to address their pressing water needs. If you're eager to contribute, learn, and make an impact, we invite you to become a part of our vibrant team at Garver. Your journey towards a rewarding career starts here.
Internship Description: - Day-to-day responsibilities include the development of detailed structural designs for a variety of projects including water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, tanks, vaults, and other ancillary structures associated with water and sewer infrastructure projects.
- Develop finite element models to analyze various structures
- Develop a basic understanding of the water/wastewater treatment process and the importance of the role of structural engineers.
- Typical designs will include treatment process basins, chemical facilities, administration buildings, retaining walls, and other supporting structures.
- Prepare construction cost estimates
- Review construction submittals
Garver Launch Program Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will:
- Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network.
- Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being.
- Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative.
- Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development.
Requirements: - Candidates must be pursuing a structural engineering major from an ABET accredited program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Environment This is an in-office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature, and not all listed functions may be assigned.
Grow with Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com. Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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