What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineering Intern position at Hazen and Sawyer?
Hazen is seeking a summer intern (May 2026 - August 2026) in our Seattle office. This candidate will provide structural design for water and wastewater facility projects. A qualified candidate should have an interest in providing structural design for Industrial Buildings, Pump Stations, Process Basins, and Treatment Facilities. Candidate will acquire experience in steel, reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and aluminum design in addition to gaining familiarity with the building codes and structural analysis.
Why Hazen and Sawyer:
- Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
- Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
- We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
- We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
- We currently have over 2,000 employees in 70 offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
- A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals.
- This position may include working in one or both of our Buffalo and Rochester offices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performing design and analysis of structures.
- Assist in preparing engineering deliverables, including construction submittal review and checking professional engineer calculations
- Work directly with experienced engineering team providing mentoring opportunities to learn and develop.
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in civil engineering with a structural concentration (Rising Juniors and above preferred).
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and in group settings.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
What We Offer:
- Professional guidance and career counseling
- Direct mentorship with experienced engineers
- Experience with a variety of disciplines within the water industry
- Exposure to the environmental consulting industry
- Potential opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation