Structural Engineering Intern

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As a Structural Engineering Intern, at our Kitchener, Ontario facility, you will work on preliminary and detailed design assignments for major buildings / facilities projects. Starting May 2026 for a duration of 4 months or 12 to 16 months.

Main Responsibilities:

• Working on preliminary and detailed design assignments for major buildings/ facilities projects
• Work on a team with project engineers and designers on the engineering assessment, preliminary, and detailed design of Structural components of the projects while coordinating with other disciplines including Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Engineering.
• Working with a team and visits sites for structural assessment of the existing structures, organize documents and assist in preparation of the condition assessment reports and preliminary design of rehabilitations
• Working closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers and other professional staff with project management tasks including project coordination, report and memo preparation, project scheduling, client interaction and quality control and assurance.
• Aid with the creation and submission of structural drawings, technical reports, memos, specifications and calculations. Would also assist in preparing final construction documents and reports.
• Design and drafting for the preparation of structural drawings under direction from Project Engineer or Project Manager on various structural portion of the projects
• Review drawings, calculations, specifications and other engineering documentation for compliance with contract requirements, good engineering practices, codes, and standards
• Perform or review engineering and design tasks requiring operation of available computer assisted software and/or equipment that increments work productivity and accuracy
• Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, accurate and high quality while monitoring delegated activities for schedule and budget

Qualifications:

• A minimum 2nd year student pursuing or recent graduate of a bachelors degree in Structural Engineering with a minimum GPA of 75%
• Seeking a 4-month,or 1216-month internship/co-op position
• Excellent verbal and communications skills are required
• Excellent technical writing skill is required
• Any experience in AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, STAAD, GTStrudl is an asset, especially GTStrudl
• An attitude and commitment to quality, teaming, innovative problem solving, communication, relationship management, and the culture that is integral to our employee ownership model

Why Westinghouse?

You will have the opportunity to experience Westinghouse Culture and as an intern take part in specific events such as:

• Virtual Kick Off Event: An opportunity for you to meet your peers and hear from a member of the Westinghouse Leadership team.
• Networking Events: Numerous virtual networking and team building opportunities to assist you in developing superior interpersonal skills, and long-lasting relationship.
• Virtual Coffee Breaks: Numerous weekly virtual coffee breaks with Westinghouse Leadership. These weekly sessions will be centered around an assortment of topics where you are encouraged to ask questions and gain insight.

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