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Structural Student Intern

Cannondesign

$22 - $26 / hour

Buffalo, NYInternRemoteNovice

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Description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a student intern, you will work under the direction of a licensed engineer and designated project leadership as a member of our multi-disciplinary team. Projects may include new construction and renovation in the Education, Health, S&T, Commercial and Sports, Rec and Wellness markets. Based on business needs, this position has the potential to evolve into a full-time entry-level role for students who meet the required qualifications.
 
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Structural analysis and design of new and existing structural systems.
  • Preparation of documents and reports from concept design through advanced technical design documentation.
  • Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
  • Recommend ways to improve process, quality and coordination efforts.
  • May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
  • May perform other duties as required.
 
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • Must be enrolled in and working toward a Bachelor in Civil Engineering with Structural focus, Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Structural emphasis).
  • Coursework in building systems engineering required.
  • Concrete and steel design experience or course work is required.
  • Masonry and wood design experience is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, RAM) preferred.
The salary range for this position to be filled in the Buffalo office is $22.25 to $26.25 hourly.  This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
 
ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
 
ABOUT WORKING HERE
  • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
  • We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
  • We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
 
Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.
 
As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
 
CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

Benefits

  • health insurance
  • vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • paid time off
  • stock options
  • remote work
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About this role

Working as a structural intern at Cannondesign means joining a multidisciplinary team on real projects across education, healthcare, commercial, sports, and other sectors. You'll support licensed engineers on structural analysis and design work, moving from concept through detailed documentation. The role includes hands-on tasks like reviewing shop drawings, visiting job sites to assess conditions and monitor construction, and identifying ways to improve processes and coordination. It's a chance to apply what you're learning in the classroom to active projects while working remotely from the Buffalo office.

To succeed here, you need to be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus, Structural Engineering, or Architectural Engineering with structural emphasis, with completed coursework in building systems, concrete, and steel design. Experience or coursework in masonry and wood design is helpful. Strong communication skills matter, as does familiarity with design software like Revit or RAM. The internship pays $22.25 to $26.25 per hour and includes standard benefits—medical, dental, vision, paid time off, flexible schedules, and a 401k.

This role has potential to convert to a full-time entry-level position if you perform well and meet the firm's qualifications. Cannondesign emphasizes client service, equity, and open communication, and they expect you to bring a portfolio alongside your resume when you apply through their official careers site.

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