Shadow Program - Summer 2027

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary:

SK&A is seeking personable, team-focused, highly motivated, and results-oriented individuals who are interested in a one or two week shadow program to learn more about aspects of Structural Design and/or Repair and Restoration. This opportunity is for individuals who might not have the time or education to complete a full summer internship, but are still interested in getting a taste of life as a Structural Engineer.

About SK&A Structural Engineers:

SK&A offers structural engineering services, with offices in Potomac, Maryland and Washington, DC. SK&A provides a full spectrum of services for public and private sector clients with a strong focus on sustainability, including analysis and design of new buildings, renovation and repair of existing structures, and specialized services such as dynamic analysis for wind and seismic design as well as security and force protection issues.

Our firm’s extensive award-winning portfolio is comprised of projects within urban environments ranging from multi-story commercial, office and mixed-use buildings to residential, academic, retail, healthcare, and government facilities. Over SK&A’s 60+-year history, our organization has met the demands of large and complex projects. We distinguish ourselves by our reputation for long-term client relationships, built on an understanding of and total commitment to achieving our clients’ goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

In our Shadow Program, you will have the opportunity to shadow our current engineers as they:

New Design Intern:

Assist Project Managers and Principals with design of concrete and steel structural systems for commercial, institutional, and multi-family residential buildings

Prepare design calculations, specifications, and analysis of new structures

Develop structural plans, details, and sections for construction drawings using various structural engineering software programs including Revit, RamConcept, AutoCAD, etc.

Prepare project specifications.

Perform construction related services including shop drawing reviews, response to requests for information, periodic construction site observation, and occasional specialized structural inspections.

Interact with outside architectural teams to discuss any issues that may arise during design and construction.

Repair and Restoration Group Intern:

Conduct on-site inspections and evaluations of current structural systems

Concrete testing

Visual condition survey

Conduct various structural analyses

Assist with writing field and condition survey report with recommendations on best practices for repair, along with a detailed cost analysis for clients

Maintain quality assurance during construction including, but not limited to:

Sounding of concrete and preparation of repair areas

Inspection of:

surface preparation for concrete repairs

flashing, caulking and masonry for façade repairs

Materials testing for concrete, waterproofing, and masonry

Willing to travel to job sites 50-70% of the time

Night and weekend work may be required from time to time

Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Able to build rapport with clients, co-workers, and sub-contractors

Good understanding of the architectural design process

Benefit Information:

This position is not eligible for any company-provided benefits.

SK&A Structural Engineers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.