Structural Intern- Chicago (Summer 2025) - Buro Happold

Start designing tomorrow’s future! 

Buro Happold has an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and enthusiastic Structural Intern to join our welcoming and diverse workplace culture in Chicago. 

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.  

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.   

Your next role  

As a Structural Intern, you will collaborate with architects and other engineers to develop creative, energy-efficient buildings that provide aesthetics to their physical surroundings and utility to their occupants. In return, we’ll help you meet your goals, respect your ideas, and foster your creativity, collaboration, and innovation. 

• Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything – from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations 
• We are looking for a passionate Structural Intern professional that can inspire and motivate at every level
• This is the place to be a 21st century engineer/designer/adviser 
• Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive 
• You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy 

Your skills and experience 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in structural, civil or architectural engineering with an emphasis on structures 
• Coursework in structural analysis, advanced steel design, advanced reinforced concrete design and earthquake engineering. 
• Revit and 3D modeling skills (Rhino, SketchUp, etc.) are a plus 
• Interest in the built environment 
• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team 
• Internship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environment
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team  

Learn more about Structural Engineering at Buro Happold 

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What we offer 

• Hourly rate of $22 to $32 per hour depending on level of education and geographic location
• Hybrid working & summer hours
• Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
• Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
• Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups 

Ready for something a little less ordinary? 

Apply now to start your career journey with us. 

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.   

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. 

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalized groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. 

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