Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures

Morrison-Maierle

$21 - $24 / hour

Boise, IDInternOn-siteNovice

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Description

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Structural Engineer Internship - Hydraulic Structures
Job Status: Nonexempt-hourly
Location: Boise, ID

Morrison‑Maierle has been a leading civil engineering design and consulting firm in Montana since 1945. This internship offers students the chance to be part of a legacy of building better communities—gaining real‑world experience while working alongside top professionals who are invested in mentorship and long‑term career growth.

BENEFITS

$21-$24/hr (depending on experience)
Opportunity to experience engineering design and field work
Hands-on experience with one of Montana’s top engineering firms.

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of “Best Places to Work.” Join our company for a rewarding internship experience and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

THE ROLE

Turn your classroom knowledge into real‑world impact.

As a Structural Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that shape the natural environment. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to planning, design, and construction activities—building practical skills, confidence, and a clearer vision for your future in structural engineering. Morrison-Maierle provides civil engineering design and consulting for projects related to transportation, airports, industrial, municipal infrastructures, water, land development, environmental, fisheries, hydropower, survey, planning, CAD, and buildings focused on structural, mechanical, electrical and information communication technology.

In this role, the intern will learn how infrastructure is integrated in the natural environment, supporting water retention and storage systems, conveyance structures, flow control and regulation systems, safety and measurement structures, and the rehabilitation of critical water infrastructure including fisheries and hydropower projects.

These responsibilities include:

Collaborate with design teams to support project tasks.
Provide support with construction observation and site inspections to understand how design work comes together.
Learn planning, modeling, design, and delivery of complex structural projects, including fish passage and screening, hydropower, and hydraulic structures.
Develop a solid understanding of engineering principles within a consulting engineering environment.
Gain hands-on exposure to engineering teams, construction methods, contractors, and contract administration processes.
Learn safety standards, field protocols, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Strengthen communication skills through regular collaboration with engineers, project managers, and contractors.

YOUR STRENGTHS

Currently pursuing a four-year degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with an emphasis in Structural Engineering, or similar ABET-accredited engineering program
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Self-starter with a willingness to learn
Insurable driving record

Apply today and gain hands‑on civil engineering experience that turns classroom learning into real‑world impact.

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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About this role

Morrison-Maierle, a 100% employee-owned engineering firm with deep roots in the region since 1945, is looking for a structural engineering intern to support hydraulic infrastructure projects in their Boise office. You'd work on real design and construction activities involving water retention systems, fish passage, hydropower, and other water infrastructure—moving beyond classroom theory into hands-on experience with experienced professionals who prioritize mentorship. The role combines office-based design work with field inspections and site observation, giving you exposure to how structural concepts actually get built and managed.

The internship suits someone currently pursuing a civil engineering degree (ideally with structural emphasis) who is genuinely interested in learning how infrastructure integrates with the natural environment. You'll develop practical skills in planning, modeling, and design while learning construction methods, safety standards, regulatory compliance, and how engineering teams collaborate with contractors. Beyond technical growth, you'll strengthen communication skills and gain clarity on whether this career path aligns with your goals.

The position pays $21–$24 per hour depending on experience and requires only basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and a valid driving record. Morrison-Maierle's recognition as a top workplace and commitment to employee ownership suggests a stable environment where your contributions as an intern are genuinely valued.

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